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.


Word Scrabble© Points WWF Points
zanana 17 17
zananas 18 18
zander 17 17
zanders 18 18
zanier 16 16
zanies 16 16
zaniest 17 17
zanily 19 19
zaniness 19 19
zaninesses 21 21
zany 16 16
zanyish 21 21
zanza 24 24
zanzas 25 25
zapping 25 25
zayin 17 17
zayins 18 18
zazen 24 24
zazens 25 25
zealousness 23 23
zeatin 16 16
zeatins 17 17
zeaxanthin 30 30
zeaxanthins 31 31
zebrano 20 20

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