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
uncanceled	21	21
uncandid	16	16
uncandidly	21	21
uncanned	16	16
uncannier	16	16
uncanniest	17	17
uncannily	19	19
uncanniness	19	19
uncanny	16	16
uncanonical	22	22
uncap	13	13
uncapitalized	32	32
uncapped	20	20
uncapping	23	23
uncaps	14	14
uncaptioned	21	21
uncapturable	25	25
uncarded	15	15
uncared	13	13
uncaring	16	16
uncarpeted	19	19
uncarted	14	14
uncarved	18	18
uncase	11	11
uncased	13	13