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
allowance	18	18
allowanced	20	20
allowances	19	19
allowancing	23	23
allowing	16	16
alloxan	17	17
alloxans	18	18
alloying	15	15
alluding	15	15
allurement	17	17
allurements	18	18
alluring	14	14
alluringly	19	19
allusion	12	12
allusions	13	13
allusiveness	20	20
alluvion	16	16
alluvions	17	17
allying	14	14
almanac	15	15
almanack	20	20
almanacks	21	21
almanacs	16	16
almandine	16	16
almandines	17	17