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
yuan	8	8
yuans	9	9
yucking	20	20
yuking	16	16
yukking	21	21
yulan	10	10
yulans	11	11
yumminess	19	19
yupon	12	12
yupons	13	13
yuppification	29	29
yuppifying	27	27
zabaglione	26	26
zabagliones	27	27
zabaione	21	21
zabaiones	22	22
zabajone	30	30
zabajones	31	31
zacaton	20	20
zacatons	21	21
zagging	23	23
zamindar	22	22
zamindari	23	23
zamindaris	24	24
zamindars	23	23