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
wynn	11	11
wynns	12	12
wyns	10	10
wyting	14	14
wyvern	16	16
wyverns	17	17
xanthan	17	18
xanthans	19	19
xanthate	18	18
xanthates	19	19
xanthein	19	19
xantheins	20	20
xanthene	19	19
xanthenes	20	20
xanthic	20	20
xanthin	18	18
xanthine	19	19
xanthines	20	20
xanthins	19	19
xanthoma	21	21
xanthomas	22	22
xanthomata	23	23
xanthone	19	19
xanthones	20	20
xanthophyll	30	30