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
surjection	24	24
surjections	25	25
surjective	27	27
surlier	9	9
surliest	10	10
surlily	12	12
surliness	12	12
surlinesses	14	14
surly	9	9
surmise	11	11
surmised	13	13
surmiser	12	12
surmisers	13	13
surmises	12	12
surmising	16	16
surmount	14	14
surmountable	22	22
surmounted	17	17
surmounting	20	20
surmounts	15	15
surname	12	12
surnamed	14	14
surnamer	13	13
surnamers	14	14
surnames	13	13