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
wingding	18	18
wingdings	19	19
winged	13	13
wingedly	18	18
winger	12	12
wingers	13	13
wingier	13	13
wingiest	14	14
winging	16	16
wingless	15	15
winglessness	20	20
winglet	14	14
winglets	15	15
winglike	19	19
wingman	17	17
wingmen	17	17
wingnut	15	15
wingnuts	16	16
wingover	18	18
wingovers	19	19
wings	11	11
wingspan	18	18
wingspans	19	19
wingspread	20	20
wingspreads	21	21