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
acromion	15	15
acronic	14	14
acronym	16	16
acronymic	21	21
acronymically	29	29
acronyms	17	17
acrylonitrile	21	21
acrylonitriles	22	22
actin	9	9
actinal	12	12
acting	12	12
actings	13	13
actinia	11	11
actiniae	12	12
actinian	13	13
actinians	14	14
actinias	12	12
actinic	14	14
actinically	22	22
actinide	13	13
actinides	14	14
actinism	15	15
actinisms	16	16
actinium	16	16
actiniums	17	17