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
acidulous	16	16
aciduria	13	13
acidurias	14	14
acinous	12	12
acinus	11	11
acoelous	13	13
aconitum	16	16
aconitums	17	17
acoustic	15	15
acoustical	18	18
acoustically	23	23
acoustician	19	19
acousticians	20	20
acoustics	16	16
acquaint	22	22
acquaintance	30	30
acquaintances	31	31
acquainted	25	25
acquainting	28	28
acquaints	23	23
acquest	20	20
acquests	21	21
acquiesce	25	25
acquiesced	27	27
acquiescence	32	32