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
almandite	15	15
almandites	16	16
almner	11	11
almners	12	12
almond	12	12
almonds	13	13
almondy	15	15
almoner	12	12
almoners	13	13
almonries	14	14
almonry	14	14
almsgiving	23	23
almsgivings	24	24
almsman	15	15
almsmen	15	15
alnico	11	11
alnicos	12	12
aloin	7	7
aloins	8	8
alone	7	7
aloneness	12	12
alonenesses	14	14
along	9	9
alongshore	16	16
alongside	14	14