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
washings	16	16
washstand	16	16
washstands	17	17
washwoman	21	21
washwomen	21	21
wassailing	17	17
wastefulness	21	21
wasteland	15	15
wastelands	16	16
wasting	13	13
watchband	22	22
watchbands	23	23
watchdogging	28	28
watchfulness	26	26
watching	19	19
watchmaking	29	29
watchman	20	20
watchmen	20	20
waterboarding	23	23
waterborne	17	17
waterfowling	25	25
waterfront	17	17
waterfronts	18	18
waterhen	14	14
waterhens	15	15