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
summarizable	32	32
summarization	30	30
summarizations	31	31
summarize	25	25
summarized	27	27
summarizer	26	26
summarizers	27	27
summarizes	26	26
summarizing	30	30
summary	16	16
summas	13	13
summate	14	14
summated	16	16
summates	15	15
summating	19	19
summation	17	17
summational	20	20
summations	18	18
summative	20	20
summed	14	14
summer	13	13
summered	16	16
summerhouse	21	21
summerhouses	22	22
summerier	16	16