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
winners	12	12
winning	15	15
winningest	18	18
winningly	20	20
winnings	16	16
winnock	19	19
winnocks	20	20
winnow	14	14
winnowed	17	17
winnower	16	16
winnowers	17	17
winnowing	20	20
winnows	15	15
wino	8	8
winoes	10	10
winos	9	9
wins	8	8
winsome	14	14
winsomely	19	19
winsomeness	19	19
winsomer	15	15
winsomest	16	16
winter	10	10
winterberries	20	20
wintered	13	13