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
bellpull	19	19
bellpulls	20	20
bellyful	20	20
bellyfuls	21	21
belowground	23	23
beluga	13	13
belugas	14	14
bemuddle	18	18
bemuddled	20	20
bemuddles	19	19
bemuddling	23	23
bemurmur	19	19
bemurmured	22	22
bemurmuring	25	25
bemurmurs	20	20
bemuse	13	13
bemused	15	15
bemusedly	20	20
bemusement	21	21
bemusements	22	22
bemuses	14	14
bemusing	18	18
bemuzzle	34	34
bemuzzled	36	36
bemuzzles	35	35