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
yaupons	14	14
yawing	14	14
yawling	16	16
yawn	10	10
yawned	13	13
yawner	12	12
yawners	13	13
yawning	16	16
yawningly	21	21
yawns	11	11
yawping	18	18
yawpings	19	19
yealing	13	13
yealings	14	14
yean	7	7
yeaned	10	10
yeaning	13	13
yeanling	15	15
yeanlings	16	16
yeans	8	8
yearend	11	11
yearends	12	12
yearling	14	14
yearlings	15	15
yearlong	14	14