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
alderwomen	19	19
aldolization	25	25
aldolizations	26	26
aldosterone	14	14
aldosterones	15	15
aldosteronism	19	19
aldosteronisms	20	20
aldrin	9	9
aldrins	10	10
alencon	13	13
alencons	14	14
alerting	12	12
alertness	11	11
alertnesses	13	13
aleuron	10	10
aleurone	11	11
aleurones	12	12
aleurons	11	11
alevin	12	12
alevins	13	13
alexander	19	19
alexanders	20	20
alexandrine	22	22
alexandrines	23	23
alexandrite	21	21