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
ultrafiltrates	20	20
ultrafiltration	22	22
ultrafine	15	15
ultraglamorous	23	23
ultrahazardous	29	29
ultraheated	16	16
ultraheavy	20	20
ultrahigh	17	17
ultrahip	15	15
ultrahot	12	12
ultrahuman	19	19
ultraism	13	13
ultraisms	14	14
ultraist	10	10
ultraistic	15	15
ultraists	11	11
ultraleft	15	15
ultraleftism	21	21
ultraleftisms	22	22
ultraleftist	18	18
ultraleftists	19	19
ultraliberal	19	19
ultraliberalism	25	25
ultralight	17	17
ultralow	14	14