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
admonishment	23	23
admonishments	24	24
admonition	16	16
admonitions	17	17
admonitorily	20	20
admonitory	17	17
adnate	8	8
adnation	11	11
adnations	12	12
adnexa	15	15
adnexal	17	17
adnoun	10	10
adnouns	11	11
adolescence	20	20
adolescences	21	21
adolescent	16	16
adolescently	21	21
adolescents	17	17
adonis	8	8
adonises	10	10
adoptianism	19	19
adopting	15	15
adoption	13	13
adoptionism	19	19
adoptionist	16	16