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
wends	10	10
wennier	12	12
wenniest	13	13
wennish	14	14
wenny	12	12
wens	8	8
went	8	8
wentletrap	18	18
wentletraps	19	19
wessand	12	12
wessands	13	13
westbound	18	18
westering	15	15
western	11	11
westernisation	19	19
westernise	14	14
westernised	16	16
westernises	15	15
westernising	19	19
westernization	28	28
westernize	23	23
westernized	25	25
westernizer	24	24
westernizers	25	25
westernizes	24	24