Words with the letter U

The letter U is a vital vowel in Scrabble, worth 1 point, and it plays an essential role in forming a wide variety of words. Because it frequently appears after the letter Q, having a good grasp of U words is key for making the most of tricky tiles. Short words like up, us, and um are handy for quick plays and tight board spaces, while longer words such as unit, usage, and unique can help rack up points when placed on premium squares. The flexibility of U allows you to connect different parts of the board and form parallel words efficiently.

Strategically, U is best used when paired with consonants like Q, L, and N to create high-scoring words. Knowing common letter combinations such as qu, un, and ul can help you build words quickly and extend existing ones. The letter U also works well in suffixes and prefixes like -ure, -ous, and un-, giving you more options to maximize your points. While U might seem simple, mastering its placement is essential to maintaining a balanced rack and enhancing your overall Scrabble strategy.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
bejesuses	22	22
bejumble	28	28
bejumbled	30	30
bejumbles	29	29
bejumbling	33	33
belabour	16	16
belaboured	19	19
belabouring	22	22
belabours	17	17
belaud	12	12
belauded	15	15
belauding	18	18
belauds	13	13
beleaguer	16	16
beleaguered	19	19
beleaguering	22	22
beleaguerment	24	24
beleaguerments	25	25
beleaguers	17	17
beliquor	22	22
beliquored	25	25
beliquoring	28	28
beliquors	23	23
bellbuoy	19	19
bellbuoys	20	20