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
contrite	12	12
contritely	17	17
contriteness	17	17
contrition	15	15
contritions	16	16
contrivance	23	23
contrivances	24	24
contrive	16	16
contrived	18	18
contriver	17	17
contrivers	18	18
contrives	17	17
contriving	21	21
control	12	12
controlled	17	17
controller	16	16
controllers	17	17
controllership	25	25
controllerships	26	26
controlling	20	20
controls	13	13
controversial	22	22
controversially	27	27
controversies	21	21
controversy	21	21