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
tumbledown	23	23
tumbler	15	15
tumblerful	23	23
tumblerfuls	24	24
tumblers	16	16
tumbles	15	15
tumbleweed	22	22
tumbleweeds	23	23
tumbling	19	19
tumblings	20	20
tumbrel	15	15
tumbrels	16	16
tumbril	15	15
tumbrils	16	16
tumefaction	22	22
tumefactions	23	23
tumefied	16	16
tumefies	15	15
tumefy	15	15
tumefying	21	21
tumesce	14	14
tumesced	16	16
tumescence	21	21
tumescent	17	17
tumesces	15	15