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
apprehended	22	22
apprehending	25	25
apprehends	20	20
apprehensible	26	26
apprehensibly	28	28
apprehension	22	22
apprehensions	23	23
apprehensive	25	25
apprehensively	30	30
apprentice	20	20
apprenticed	22	22
apprentices	21	21
apprenticeship	29	29
apprenticeships	30	30
apprenticing	25	25
appressing	19	19
apprising	18	18
apprizing	27	27
approaching	25	25
approbating	23	23
approbation	21	21
approbations	22	22
appropriateness	25	25
appropriating	25	25
appropriation	23	23