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
uptowners	17	17
uptowns	15	15
uptrend	13	13
uptrends	14	14
upturn	12	12
upturned	15	15
upturning	18	18
upturns	13	13
upwafting	22	22
upwardness	19	19
upwelling	21	21
upwellings	22	22
upwind	15	15
upwinds	16	16
urania	8	8
uranias	9	9
uranic	11	11
uranide	10	10
uranides	11	11
uraninite	12	12
uraninites	13	13
uranite	9	9
uranites	10	10
uranitic	13	13
uranium	13	13