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
appointing	20	20
appointive	21	21
appointment	22	22
appointments	23	23
appoints	15	15
apportion	16	16
apportionable	24	24
apportioned	19	19
apportioning	22	22
apportionment	24	24
apportionments	25	25
apportions	17	17
apposing	17	17
appositeness	19	19
apposition	17	17
appositional	20	20
appositions	18	18
appraisement	22	22
appraisements	23	23
appraising	19	19
appraisingly	24	24
appreciating	24	24
appreciation	22	22
appreciations	23	23
apprehend	19	19