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
surtouts	10	10
surveil	13	13
surveillance	23	23
surveillances	24	24
surveillant	19	19
surveillants	20	20
surveilled	18	18
surveilling	21	21
surveils	14	14
survey	13	13
surveyed	16	16
surveying	19	19
surveyings	20	20
surveyor	15	15
surveyors	16	16
surveys	14	14
survivability	28	28
survivable	23	23
survival	18	18
survivalism	24	24
survivalist	21	21
survivalists	22	22
survivals	19	19
survivance	23	23
survive	16	16