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
yearn	8	8
yearned	11	11
yearner	10	10
yearners	11	11
yearning	14	14
yearningly	19	19
yearnings	15	15
yearns	9	9
yeastiness	13	13
yeasting	13	13
yeelin	10	10
yeelins	11	11
yeggman	17	17
yeggmen	17	17
yelling	14	14
yellings	15	15
yellowfin	20	20
yellowing	19	19
yelping	16	16
yen	6	6
yenned	11	11
yenning	14	14
yens	7	7
yenta	8	8
yentas	9	9