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
yente	8	8
yentes	9	9
yeoman	12	12
yeomanly	17	17
yeomanries	16	16
yeomanry	16	16
yeomen	12	12
yerking	16	16
yessing	12	12
yestern	10	10
yesternight	18	18
yesternights	19	19
yestreen	11	11
yestreens	12	12
yeuking	17	17
yielding	15	15
yin	6	6
yince	11	11
yins	7	7
yipping	18	18
yirring	12	12
yocking	19	19
yoctosecond	21	21
yoctoseconds	22	22
yodeling	15	15