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
unwritten	15	15
unwrung	16	16
unyeaned	14	14
unyielding	19	19
unyieldingly	24	24
unyoke	14	14
unyoked	16	16
unyokes	15	15
unyoking	19	19
unyoung	15	15
unzip	19	19
unzipped	26	26
unzipping	29	29
unzips	20	20
unzoned	20	20
upalong	15	15
upalongs	16	16
upbearing	19	19
upbind	15	15
upbinding	21	21
upbinds	16	16
upboiling	20	20
upborne	15	15
upbound	17	17
upbraiding	21	21