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
tutelaries	12	12
tutelars	10	10
tutelary	12	12
tutor	6	6
tutorage	11	11
tutorages	12	12
tutored	9	9
tutoress	9	9
tutoresses	11	11
tutorial	10	10
tutorials	11	11
tutoring	12	12
tutors	7	7
tutorship	15	15
tutorships	16	16
tutoyed	11	11
tutoyer	10	10
tutoyered	13	13
tutoyering	16	16
tutoyers	11	11
tuts	5	5
tutted	8	8
tutti	6	6
tutties	8	8
tutting	11	11