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
bescour	14	14
bescoured	17	17
bescouring	20	20
bescours	15	15
beshout	13	13
beshouted	16	16
beshouting	19	19
beshouts	14	14
beshroud	15	15
beshrouded	18	18
beshrouding	21	21
beshrouds	16	16
besmudge	18	18
besmudged	20	20
besmudges	19	19
besmudging	23	23
besmut	13	13
besmuts	14	14
besmutted	17	17
besmutting	20	20
besought	16	16
bespouse	15	15
bespoused	17	17
bespouses	16	16
bespousing	20	20