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
volcanicity	25	25
volcanics	21	21
volcanism	21	21
volcanisms	22	22
volcano	16	16
volcanoes	18	18
volcanologic	27	27
volcanological	30	30
volcanologist	25	25
volcanologists	26	26
volcanology	25	25
volcanos	17	17
voling	14	14
volitant	14	14
volition	14	14
volitional	17	17
volitions	15	15
volleying	20	20
volplane	18	18
volplaned	20	20
volplanes	19	19
volplaning	23	23
volting	15	15
volubleness	22	22
voluming	20	20