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
survived	18	18
surviver	17	17
survivers	18	18
survives	17	17
surviving	21	21
survivor	17	17
survivors	18	18
survivorship	26	26
survivorships	27	27
sus	4	4
susceptibility	27	27
susceptible	22	22
susceptibleness	27	27
susceptibly	24	24
sused	7	7
suses	6	6
sushi	8	8
sushis	9	9
susing	10	10
suslik	12	12
susliks	13	13
suspect	14	14
suspected	17	17
suspecting	20	20
suspects	15	15