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
weldments	18	18
welkin	15	15
welkins	16	16
wellborn	17	17
welling	15	15
wellness	14	14
wellnesses	16	16
wellspring	21	21
wellsprings	22	22
welshing	17	17
weltering	16	16
welting	14	14
weltings	15	15
wen	7	7
wench	14	14
wenched	17	17
wencher	16	16
wenchers	17	17
wenches	16	16
wenching	20	20
wend	9	9
wended	12	12
wendigo	14	14
wendigos	15	15
wending	15	15