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
turbulency	22	22
turbulent	16	16
turbulently	21	21
turdine	10	10
turducken	20	20
turduckens	21	21
tureen	8	8
tureens	9	9
turf	8	8
turfed	11	11
turfgrass	15	15
turfgrasses	17	17
turfier	11	11
turfiest	12	12
turfing	14	14
turfless	13	13
turflike	17	17
turfman	15	15
turfmen	15	15
turfs	9	9
turfski	15	15
turfskiing	21	21
turfskis	16	16
turfy	11	11
turgencies	17	17