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
turbellarian	19	19
turbellarians	20	20
turbeth	13	13
turbeths	14	14
turbid	11	11
turbidimeter	20	20
turbidimeters	21	21
turbidimetric	24	24
turbidimetry	22	22
turbidite	14	14
turbidites	15	15
turbidities	16	16
turbidity	16	16
turbidly	16	16
turbidness	16	16
turbinal	14	14
turbinals	15	15
turbinate	14	14
turbinated	16	16
turbinates	15	15
turbine	12	12
turbines	13	13
turbit	10	10
turbith	13	13
turbiths	14	14