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
bumpers	17	17
bumph	17	17
bumphs	18	18
bumpier	17	17
bumpiest	18	18
bumpily	20	20
bumpiness	20	20
bumpinesses	22	22
bumping	20	20
bumpkin	22	22
bumpkinish	27	27
bumpkinly	27	27
bumpkins	23	23
bumps	15	15
bumptious	20	20
bumptiously	25	25
bumptiousness	25	25
bumpy	17	17
bums	11	11
bun	8	8
buna	9	9
bunas	10	10
bunch	15	15
bunchberries	25	25
bunchberry	25	25