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
truantries	12	12
truantry	12	12
truants	9	9
truce	9	9
truced	11	11
truces	10	10
trucing	14	14
truck	13	13
truckage	18	18
truckages	19	19
trucked	16	16
trucker	15	15
truckers	16	16
truckful	21	21
truckfuls	22	22
trucking	19	19
truckings	20	20
truckle	16	16
truckled	18	18
truckler	17	17
trucklers	18	18
truckles	17	17
truckline	19	19
trucklines	20	20
truckling	21	21