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
whin	10	10
whinchat	19	19
whinchats	20	20
whine	11	11
whined	13	13
whiner	12	12
whiners	13	13
whines	12	12
whiney	14	14
whinge	14	14
whinged	16	16
whingeing	20	20
whinger	15	15
whingers	16	16
whinges	15	15
whingier	16	16
whingiest	17	17
whinging	19	19
whingy	16	16
whinier	13	13
whiniest	14	14
whininess	16	16
whininesses	18	18
whining	16	16
whiningly	21	21