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
superhelices	22	22
superhelix	24	24
superhelixes	26	26
superhero	15	15
superheroes	17	17
superheroine	19	19
superheroines	20	20
superheterodyne	25	25
superhighway	27	27
superhighways	28	28
superhit	14	14
superhits	15	15
superhot	14	14
superhuman	21	21
superhumanity	26	26
superhumanly	26	26
superhumanness	26	26
superhype	20	20
superimposable	28	28
superimpose	21	21
superimposed	23	23
superimposes	22	22
superimposing	26	26
superimposition	26	26
superincumbent	30	30