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
unavailingness	25	25
unaverage	17	17
unavoidable	22	22
unavoidably	24	24
unavowed	18	18
unawake	16	16
unawaked	18	18
unawakened	21	21
unawarded	16	16
unaware	12	12
unawarely	17	17
unawareness	17	17
unawares	13	13
unawed	12	12
unawesome	17	17
unaxed	16	16
unbacked	21	21
unbaked	17	17
unbalance	19	19
unbalanced	21	21
unbalances	20	20
unbalancing	24	24
unbale	12	12
unbaled	14	14
unbales	13	13