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
wanglers	15	15
wangles	14	14
wangling	18	18
wangun	14	14
wanguns	15	15
wanier	10	10
waniest	11	11
wanigan	14	14
wanigans	15	15
waning	13	13
wanion	11	11
wanions	12	12
wanly	12	12
wannabe	15	15
wannabee	16	16
wannabees	17	17
wannabes	16	16
wanned	12	12
wanner	11	11
wanness	12	12
wannesses	14	14
wannest	12	12
wannigan	16	16
wannigans	17	17
wanning	15	15