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
zincate	20	20
zincates	21	21
zinced	20	20
zincic	22	22
zincified	26	26
zincifies	25	25
zincify	25	25
zincifying	31	31
zincing	23	23
zincite	20	20
zincites	21	21
zincked	25	25
zincking	28	28
zincky	25	25
zinco	18	18
zincoid	21	21
zincos	19	19
zincous	21	21
zincs	18	18
zincy	20	20
zine	14	14
zineb	18	18
zinebs	19	19
zines	15	15
zinfandel	25	25