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
alienate	10	10
alienated	12	12
alienates	11	11
alienating	15	15
alienation	13	13
alienations	14	14
alienator	11	11
alienators	12	12
aliened	10	10
alienee	9	9
alienees	10	10
aliener	9	9
alieners	10	10
aliening	13	13
alienism	13	13
alienisms	14	14
alienist	10	10
alienists	11	11
alienly	12	12
alienness	12	12
aliennesses	14	14
alienor	9	9
alienors	10	10
aliens	8	8
alighting	17	17