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
treasonous	12	12
treasurable	16	16
treasure	9	9
treasured	11	11
treasurer	10	10
treasurers	11	11
treasurership	19	19
treasures	10	10
treasuries	11	11
treasuring	14	14
treasury	11	11
trebuchet	18	18
trebuchets	19	19
trebucket	20	20
trebuckets	21	21
tremendous	16	16
tremendously	21	21
tremendousness	21	21
tremulant	15	15
tremulous	15	15
tremulously	20	20
tremulousness	20	20
trepidacious	20	20
trepidatious	17	17
trepidatiously	22	22