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
angiogeneses	18	18
angiogenesis	18	18
angiogenic	19	19
angiogram	17	17
angiograms	18	18
angiographic	25	25
angiographies	23	23
angiography	23	23
angioma	13	13
angiomas	14	14
angiomata	15	15
angiomatous	18	18
angioplasties	20	20
angioplasty	20	20
angiosperm	19	19
angiospermous	23	23
angiosperms	20	20
angiotensin	16	16
angiotensins	17	17
angle	9	9
angled	11	11
anglepod	16	16
anglepods	17	17
angler	10	10
anglerfish	19	19