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
whizzbang	38	38
whizzbangs	39	39
whizzing	34	34
whodunit	16	16
whodunits	17	17
whodunnit	18	18
whodunnits	19	19
wholeness	16	16
wholenesses	18	18
wholesaling	21	21
wholesomeness	23	23
wholesomenesses	25	25
whomping	22	22
whoofing	19	19
whooping	19	19
whooshing	19	19
whopping	22	22
whoremonger	22	22
whoremongers	23	23
whoresons	15	15
whorling	17	17
whumping	23	23
whupping	23	23
wiccan	16	16
wiccans	17	17