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
unalienable	19	19
unalienated	16	16
unaligned	16	16
unalike	14	14
unalleviated	21	21
unallied	13	13
unallocated	19	19
unalloyed	16	16
unalluring	18	18
unalterability	23	23
unalterable	18	18
unalterableness	23	23
unalterably	20	20
unaltered	13	13
unamazed	23	23
unambiguous	23	23
unambiguously	28	28
unambitious	20	20
unambivalent	26	26
unambivalently	31	31
unamenable	20	20
unamended	17	17
unamiable	18	18
unamortized	26	26
unamplified	24	24