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
buckets	18	18
bucketsful	26	26
buckeye	20	20
buckeyes	21	21
bucking	21	21
buckish	20	20
buckle	18	18
buckled	20	20
buckler	19	19
bucklered	22	22
bucklering	25	25
bucklers	20	20
buckles	19	19
buckling	23	23
bucko	16	16
buckoes	18	18
buckos	17	17
buckram	21	21
buckramed	24	24
buckraming	27	27
buckrams	22	22
bucks	16	16
bucksaw	21	21
bucksaws	22	22
buckshee	21	21