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
wakandas	17	17
wakeboarding	26	26
wakefulness	24	24
waken	13	13
wakened	16	16
wakener	15	15
wakeners	16	16
wakening	19	19
wakenings	20	20
wakens	14	14
waking	16	16
wakings	17	17
waling	13	13
walkathon	20	20
walkathons	21	21
walking	18	18
walkings	19	19
walling	15	15
walloping	20	20
wallopings	21	21
wallowing	20	20
wallpapering	26	26
walnut	12	12
walnuts	13	13
waltzing	24	24