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
amelcorns	17	17
ameliorating	19	19
amelioration	17	17
ameliorations	18	18
amen	8	8
amenabilities	21	21
amenability	21	21
amenable	16	16
amenably	18	18
amend	10	10
amendable	18	18
amendatory	17	17
amended	13	13
amender	12	12
amenders	13	13
amending	16	16
amendment	18	18
amendments	19	19
amends	11	11
amenities	13	13
amenity	13	13
amenorrhea	16	16
amenorrheas	17	17
amenorrheic	20	20
amens	9	9