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
accountableness	28	28
accountably	25	25
accountancies	25	25
accountancy	25	25
accountant	19	19
accountants	20	20
accountantship	28	28
accountantships	29	29
accounted	18	18
accounting	21	21
accountings	22	22
accounts	16	16
accoutering	21	21
accouterment	23	23
accouterments	24	24
accoutrement	23	23
accoutrements	24	24
accoutring	20	20
accreditation	21	21
accreditations	22	22
accrediting	21	21
accreting	18	18
accretion	16	16
accretionary	21	21
accretions	17	17