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
aloofness	14	14
aloofnesses	16	16
alpenglow	20	20
alpenglows	21	21
alpenhorn	17	17
alpenhorns	18	18
alpenstock	22	22
alpenstocks	23	23
alphabeting	23	23
alphabetization	34	34
alphabetizing	34	34
alphanumeric	26	26
alphanumerical	29	29
alphanumerics	27	27
alphorn	14	14
alphorns	15	15
alpine	11	11
alpinely	16	16
alpines	12	12
alpinism	16	16
alpinisms	17	17
alpinist	13	13
alpinists	14	14
alterant	10	10
alterants	11	11