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
vinegar	14	14
vinegared	17	17
vinegarish	19	19
vinegars	15	15
vinegary	17	17
vineries	13	13
vinery	13	13
vines	10	10
vineyard	16	16
vineyardist	19	19
vineyardists	20	20
vineyards	17	17
vinic	13	13
viniculture	22	22
vinier	11	11
viniest	12	12
vinifera	16	16
viniferas	17	17
vinification	24	24
vinified	17	17
vinifies	16	16
vinify	16	16
vinifying	22	22
vining	14	14
vino	9	9