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
airmailing	17	17
airman	10	10
airmanship	19	19
airmanships	20	20
airmen	10	10
airn	5	5
airns	6	6
airplane	13	13
airplanes	14	14
airproofing	20	20
airsickness	19	19
airsicknesses	21	21
airthing	13	13
airtightness	17	17
airtightnesses	19	19
airting	10	10
airwoman	15	15
airwomen	15	15
airworthiness	19	19
aitchbone	18	18
aitchbones	19	19
ajowan	19	19
ajowans	20	20
akene	10	10
akenes	11	11