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
archfiends	20	20
archidiaconal	24	24
archimandrite	23	23
archimandrites	24	24
archine	13	13
archines	14	14
arching	15	15
archings	16	16
architectonic	25	25
architectonics	26	26
archiving	21	21
archness	14	14
archnesses	16	16
archon	12	12
archons	13	13
archosaurian	19	19
archosaurians	20	20
arcing	12	12
arcings	13	13
arcking	17	17
arcsine	11	11
arcsines	12	12
arctangent	17	17
arctangents	18	18
ardencies	14	14