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
anastomosis	15	15
anastomotic	18	18
anastrophe	16	16
anastrophes	17	17
anatase	8	8
anatases	9	9
anathema	14	14
anathemas	15	15
anathemata	16	16
anathematize	27	27
anathematized	29	29
anathematizes	28	28
anathematizing	32	32
anatomic	15	15
anatomical	18	18
anatomically	23	23
anatomies	13	13
anatomise	13	13
anatomised	15	15
anatomises	14	14
anatomising	18	18
anatomist	13	13
anatomists	14	14
anatomize	22	22
anatomized	24	24