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
anaemia	11	11
anaemias	12	12
anaemic	14	14
anaerobe	12	12
anaerobes	13	13
anaerobic	16	16
anaerobically	24	24
anaerobioses	16	16
anaerobiosis	16	16
anaesthesia	14	14
anaesthesiology	23	23
anaesthetic	17	17
anaesthetise	15	15
anaesthetised	17	17
anaesthetises	16	16
anaesthetising	20	20
anaesthetist	15	15
anaesthetists	16	16
anagen	10	10
anageneses	14	14
anagenesis	14	14
anagens	11	11
anaglyph	19	19
anaglyphic	24	24
anaglyphs	20	20