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
unembittered	21	21
unemotional	18	18
unemotionally	23	23
unemphatic	23	23
unemphatically	31	31
unempirical	23	23
unemployability	32	32
unemployable	27	27
unemployed	22	22
unemployment	27	27
unenchanted	21	21
unenclosed	18	18
unencouraging	25	25
unencumbered	26	26
unendearing	18	18
unended	12	12
unending	15	15
unendingly	20	20
unendurable	20	20
unendurableness	25	25
unendurably	22	22
unenforceable	26	26
unenforced	20	20
unenlarged	17	17
unenlightened	23	23