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
wonning	15	15
wons	8	8
wont	8	8
wonted	11	11
wontedly	16	16
wontedness	16	16
wonting	14	14
wonton	11	11
wontons	12	12
wonts	9	9
woodbin	15	15
woodbind	17	17
woodbinds	18	18
woodbine	16	16
woodbines	17	17
woodbins	16	16
woodcutting	22	22
wooden	11	11
woodener	13	13
woodenest	14	14
woodenhead	18	18
woodenheaded	21	21
woodenheads	19	19
woodenly	16	16
woodenness	16	16