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
actionably	20	20
actioned	13	13
actioner	12	12
actioners	13	13
actioning	16	16
actionless	15	15
actions	11	11
activating	20	20
activation	18	18
activations	19	19
activeness	18	18
activizing	29	29
actomyosin	19	19
actomyosins	20	20
actualization	28	28
actualizations	29	29
actualizing	28	28
actuating	16	16
actuation	14	14
actuations	15	15
acumen	14	14
acumens	15	15
acuminate	17	17
acupuncture	24	24
acupunctures	25	25