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
cousin	11	11
cousinage	16	16
cousinages	17	17
cousinhood	18	18
cousinhoods	19	19
cousinly	16	16
cousinries	15	15
cousinry	15	15
cousins	12	12
cousinship	20	20
cousinships	21	21
covalence	21	21
covalences	22	22
covalencies	23	23
covalency	23	23
covalent	17	17
covalently	22	22
covariance	21	21
covariances	22	22
covariant	17	17
covariation	19	19
covariations	20	20
covarying	21	21
covelline	19	19
covellines	20	20