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
winterer	12	12
winterers	13	13
wintergreen	18	18
winterier	13	13
winteriest	14	14
wintering	16	16
winterization	27	27
winterizations	28	28
winterize	22	22
winterized	24	24
winterizes	23	23
winterizing	27	27
winterkill	20	20
winterly	15	15
winters	11	11
wintertide	15	15
wintertime	17	17
wintery	13	13
wintle	11	11
wintled	13	13
wintles	12	12
wintling	16	16
wintrier	12	12
wintriest	13	13
wintrily	15	15