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
supremos	15	15
sups	8	8
suq	13	13
suqs	14	14
sura	5	5
surah	8	8
surahs	9	9
sural	7	7
suras	6	6
surbase	11	11
surbased	13	13
surbases	12	12
surcease	12	12
surceased	14	14
surceases	13	13
surceasing	17	17
surcharge	17	17
surcharged	19	19
surcharges	18	18
surcharging	22	22
surcingle	17	17
surcingles	18	18
surcoat	11	11
surcoats	12	12
surd	6	6