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
wateriness	14	14
watering	14	14
waterings	15	15
waterishness	18	18
waterlessness	18	18
waterline	14	14
waterlines	15	15
waterlogging	23	23
waterman	15	15
watermanship	24	24
watermarking	25	25
watermelon	18	18
watermelons	19	19
watermen	15	15
waterproofing	25	25
waterproofness	24	24
waterskiing	21	21
watertightness	22	22
waterworn	16	16
wattling	15	15
wauchting	21	21
waughting	20	20
wauking	18	18
wauling	15	15
waveband	20	20