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
anchusin	16	16
anchusins	17	17
ancient	12	12
ancienter	14	14
ancientest	15	15
anciently	17	17
ancientness	17	17
ancientries	16	16
ancientry	16	16
ancients	13	13
ancilla	13	13
ancillae	14	14
ancillaries	17	17
ancillary	17	17
ancillas	14	14
ancon	10	10
anconal	13	13
ancone	11	11
anconeal	14	14
ancones	12	12
anconoid	14	14
ancress	11	11
ancresses	13	13
ancylostomiases	25	25
ancylostomiasis	25	25