Words with the letter N

The letter N is one of the most frequently used consonants in the English language and in Scrabble, it’s worth 1 point. While it doesn’t carry a high individual value, its versatility makes it a critical tile for forming a wide variety of words. Common short words like an, in, and no are great for quick plays and tight board situations. N often appears in the middle or end of words, making it ideal for connecting letters or extending plays. Its low point value can be balanced by smart placement on double or triple word score tiles to maximize overall value.

Strategically, the letter N is incredibly useful for building longer words and creating parallel plays. It works well in both prefixes and suffixes, helping you form words like none, neat, span, or shine. It’s also valuable for adding to existing words—turning ruin into ruins or plan into plans for extra points. Because it’s so common, N can help you maintain a balanced rack and remain flexible as the game progresses. Though subtle, effective use of the letter N can contribute significantly to steady, consistent scoring throughout a Scrabble match.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
anurias	9	9
anuric	11	11
anurous	10	10
anus	6	6
anuses	8	8
anvil	11	11
anviled	14	14
anviling	17	17
anvilled	16	16
anvilling	19	19
anvils	12	12
anviltop	17	17
anviltops	18	18
anxieties	17	17
anxiety	17	17
anxiolytic	24	24
anxiolytics	25	25
anxious	16	16
anxiously	21	21
anxiousness	21	21
any	6	6
anybodies	16	16
anybody	16	16
anyhow	14	14
anymore	13	13