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
torturers	10	10
tortures	9	9
torturing	13	13
torturous	11	11
torturously	16	16
torula	8	8
torulae	9	9
torulas	9	9
torus	6	6
toruses	8	8
tossup	10	10
tossups	11	11
toucan	11	11
toucans	12	12
touch	11	11
touchable	19	19
touchback	25	25
touchbacks	26	26
touchdown	20	20
touchdowns	21	21
touche	12	12
touched	14	14
toucher	13	13
touchers	14	14
touches	13	13