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
adumbrations	21	21
adunc	11	11
aduncate	14	14
aduncous	15	15
advance	16	16
advanced	18	18
advancement	24	24
advancements	25	25
advancer	17	17
advancers	18	18
advances	17	17
advancing	21	21
advantage	17	17
advantaged	19	19
advantageous	21	21
advantageously	26	26
advantages	18	18
advantaging	22	22
advecting	20	20
advection	18	18
advections	19	19
advent	12	12
adventitia	16	16
adventitial	18	18
adventitias	17	17