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
xenophobes	26	26
xenophobia	26	26
xenophobias	27	27
xenophobic	29	29
xenophobically	37	37
xenopus	19	19
xenopuses	21	21
xenotime	19	19
xenotimes	20	20
xenotransplant	28	28
xenotransplants	29	29
xenotropic	24	24
xeroxing	25	25
xiphisterna	24	24
xiphisternum	29	29
xylan	16	16
xylans	17	17
xylene	17	17
xylenes	18	18
xylidin	19	19
xylidine	20	20
xylidines	21	21
xylidins	20	20
xylophone	25	25
xylophones	26	26