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
youngblood	21	21
youngbloods	22	22
younger	13	13
youngers	14	14
youngest	14	14
youngish	16	16
youngling	19	19
younglings	20	20
youngness	16	16
youngnesses	18	18
youngs	12	12
youngster	15	15
youngsters	16	16
younker	15	15
younkers	16	16
youpon	13	13
youpons	14	14
yourn	9	9
youthen	13	13
youthened	16	16
youthening	19	19
youthens	14	14
youthfulness	23	23
yowing	14	14
yowling	16	16