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
vanadium	18	18
vanadiums	19	19
vanadous	15	15
vanaspati	17	17
vanaspatis	18	18
vancomycin	27	27
vancomycins	28	28
vanda	11	11
vandal	13	13
vandalic	18	18
vandalise	16	16
vandalised	18	18
vandalises	17	17
vandalising	21	21
vandalism	19	19
vandalisms	20	20
vandalistic	21	21
vandalization	30	30
vandalizations	31	31
vandalize	25	25
vandalized	27	27
vandalizes	26	26
vandalizing	30	30
vandals	14	14
vandas	12	12