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
amoebean	15	15
among	11	11
amongst	13	13
amontillado	18	18
amontillados	19	19
amorini	11	11
amorino	11	11
amorousness	16	16
amorousnesses	18	18
amorphousness	23	23
amortising	16	16
amortization	25	25
amortizations	26	26
amortizing	25	25
amotion	11	11
amotions	12	12
amount	11	11
amounted	14	14
amounting	17	17
amounts	12	12
amoxicillin	27	27
amoxicillins	28	28
amoxycillin	29	29
amoxycillins	30	30
ampersand	17	17