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
aphelian	15	15
aphelion	15	15
aphelions	16	16
aphidian	15	15
aphidians	16	16
aphonia	13	13
aphonias	14	14
aphonic	16	16
aphonics	17	17
aphonies	14	14
aphony	14	14
aphorising	18	18
aphorizing	27	27
apian	9	9
apiarian	12	12
apiarians	13	13
apimania	15	15
apimanias	16	16
aping	11	11
apishness	15	15
apishnesses	17	17
aplanat	12	12
aplanatic	17	17
aplanats	13	13
aplenty	14	14