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
absoluteness	18	18
absolution	16	16
absolutions	17	17
absolutizing	29	29
absolving	20	20
absonant	13	13
absorbance	20	20
absorbances	21	21
absorbancies	22	22
absorbancy	22	22
absorbant	16	16
absorbants	17	17
absorbencies	22	22
absorbency	22	22
absorbent	16	16
absorbents	17	17
absorbing	18	18
absorbingly	23	23
absorptance	21	21
absorptances	22	22
absorption	17	17
absorptions	18	18
abstain	11	11
abstained	14	14
abstainer	13	13