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
anatomizes	23	23
anatomizing	27	27
anatomy	13	13
anatoxin	17	17
anatoxins	18	18
anatropous	15	15
anatto	7	7
anattos	8	8
ancestor	12	12
ancestored	15	15
ancestoring	18	18
ancestors	13	13
ancestral	14	14
ancestrally	19	19
ancestress	14	14
ancestresses	16	16
ancestries	14	14
ancestry	14	14
ancho	11	11
anchor	12	12
anchorage	17	17
anchorages	18	18
anchored	15	15
anchoress	15	15
anchoresses	17	17