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
ampersands	18	18
amphetamine	23	23
amphetamines	24	24
amphibian	21	21
amphibians	22	22
amphibiousness	27	27
amphictyonic	29	29
amphictyonies	27	27
amphictyony	27	27
amphisbaena	23	23
amphisbaenas	24	24
amphisbaenic	27	27
ampicillin	22	22
ampicillins	23	23
amping	15	15
ampleness	17	17
amplenesses	19	19
amplification	27	27
amplifications	28	28
amplifying	25	25
amputating	20	20
amputation	18	18
amputations	19	19
amusement	17	17
amusements	18	18