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
acquiescences	33	33
acquiescent	28	28
acquiescently	33	33
acquiesces	26	26
acquiescing	30	30
acquirable	27	27
acquire	20	20
acquired	22	22
acquiree	21	21
acquirees	22	22
acquirement	28	28
acquirements	29	29
acquirer	21	21
acquirers	22	22
acquires	21	21
acquiring	25	25
acquisition	25	25
acquisitional	28	28
acquisitions	26	26
acquisitive	28	28
acquisitively	33	33
acquisitiveness	33	33
acquisitor	23	23
acquisitors	24	24
acquit	19	19