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
testicular	15	15
testudines	13	13
testudo	9	9
testudos	10	10
tetanus	9	9
tetanuses	11	11
tetotum	11	11
tetotums	12	12
tetrafluoride	19	19
tetrafluorides	20	20
tetrahydrofuran	25	25
tetramerous	15	15
tetrazolium	25	25
tetrazoliums	26	26
teuch	11	11
teugh	10	10
teughly	15	15
teutonize	20	20
teutonized	22	22
teutonizes	21	21
teutonizing	25	25
textual	16	16
textualities	21	21
textuality	21	21
textualization	33	33