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
yantra	9	9
yantras	10	10
yapon	11	11
yapons	12	12
yapping	18	18
yarding	13	13
yardland	14	14
yardlands	15	15
yardman	14	14
yardmen	14	14
yardwand	16	16
yardwands	17	17
yarn	7	7
yarned	10	10
yarner	9	9
yarners	10	10
yarning	13	13
yarns	8	8
yatagan	12	12
yatagans	13	13
yataghan	15	15
yataghans	16	16
yattering	14	14
yauping	16	16
yaupon	13	13