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
whispering	21	21
whisperingly	26	26
whisperings	22	22
whisting	16	16
whistling	18	18
whistlings	19	19
whiten	12	12
whitened	15	15
whitener	14	14
whiteners	15	15
whiteness	15	15
whitenesses	17	17
whitening	18	18
whitenings	19	19
whitens	13	13
whitewashing	25	25
whitewashings	26	26
whitewing	20	20
whitewings	21	21
whiting	15	15
whitings	16	16
whittling	18	18
whittlings	19	19
whizbang	28	28
whizbangs	29	29