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
adventitious	19	19
adventitiously	24	24
adventive	19	19
adventives	20	20
advents	13	13
adventure	16	16
adventured	18	18
adventurer	17	17
adventurers	18	18
adventures	17	17
adventuresome	23	23
adventuress	18	18
adventuresses	20	20
adventuring	21	21
adventurism	21	21
adventurisms	22	22
adventurist	18	18
adventuristic	23	23
adventurists	19	19
adventurous	19	19
adventurously	24	24
adventurousness	24	24
adversariness	19	19
adverseness	17	17
advertence	19	19