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
thrombus	17	17
through	14	14
throughither	21	21
throughly	19	19
throughother	21	21
throughout	18	18
throughput	21	21
throughputs	22	22
throughway	22	22
throughways	23	23
thru	7	7
thrum	11	11
thrummed	18	18
thrummer	17	17
thrummers	18	18
thrummier	18	18
thrummiest	19	19
thrumming	21	21
thrummy	18	18
thrums	12	12
thruput	14	14
thruputs	15	15
thrush	11	11
thrushes	13	13
thrust	9	9