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
aestheticians	19	19
aestheticizing	31	31
aestivating	18	18
aestivation	16	16
aestivations	17	17
affectation	21	21
affectations	22	22
affectedness	23	23
affecting	21	21
affectingly	26	26
affection	19	19
affectional	22	22
affectionally	27	27
affectionate	22	22
affectionately	27	27
affectioned	22	22
affectionless	24	24
affections	20	20
affectlessness	25	25
affenpinscher	29	29
affenpinschers	30	30
afferent	15	15
afferently	20	20
afferents	16	16
affiance	18	18