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
alkanet	13	13
alkanets	14	14
alkene	12	12
alkenes	13	13
alkine	12	12
alkines	13	13
alkylating	21	21
alkylation	19	19
alkylations	20	20
alkyne	14	14
alkynes	15	15
allanite	11	11
allanites	12	12
allantoic	15	15
allantoides	15	15
allantoin	13	13
allantoins	14	14
allantois	12	12
allargando	16	16
allaying	15	15
allegation	15	15
allegations	16	16
allegiance	18	18
allegiances	19	19
allegiant	14	14