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
ambivalence	26	26
ambivalences	27	27
ambivalent	22	22
ambivalently	27	27
ambiversion	22	22
ambiversions	23	23
ambling	17	17
amboina	14	14
amboinas	15	15
ambones	14	14
amboyna	16	16
amboynas	17	17
ambulance	21	21
ambulances	22	22
ambulant	17	17
ambulating	21	21
ambulation	19	19
ambulations	20	20
ambuscading	25	25
ambushing	21	21
ambushment	23	23
ambushments	24	24
ameban	13	13
amebean	14	14
amelcorn	16	16