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
waypoints	18	18
waywardness	21	21
wayworn	16	16
weaken	14	14
weakened	17	17
weakener	16	16
weakeners	17	17
weakening	20	20
weakens	15	15
weakliness	19	19
weakling	19	19
weaklings	20	20
weakness	16	16
weaknesses	18	18
weakon	14	14
weakons	15	15
wealthiness	18	18
wean	8	8
weaned	11	11
weaner	10	10
weaners	11	11
weaning	14	14
weanling	16	16
weanlings	17	17
weans	9	9