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
superthrillers	22	22
supertight	18	18
supertitle	15	15
supertitles	16	16
supertonic	18	18
supertonics	19	19
supervene	18	18
supervened	20	20
supervenes	19	19
supervenient	22	22
supervening	23	23
supervention	22	22
superventions	23	23
supervirtuoso	22	22
supervirtuosos	23	23
supervise	17	17
supervised	19	19
supervises	18	18
supervising	22	22
supervision	20	20
supervisions	21	21
supervisor	18	18
supervisors	19	19
supervisory	21	21
superwave	20	20