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
unincorporated	24	24
unindexed	21	21
unindicted	18	18
uninfected	20	20
uninflated	18	18
uninflected	22	22
uninfluenced	25	25
uninformative	26	26
uninformatively	31	31
uninformed	20	20
uningratiating	22	22
uninhabitable	25	25
uninhabited	20	20
uninhibited	20	20
uninhibitedly	25	25
uninhibitedness	25	25
uninitiate	13	13
uninitiated	15	15
uninitiates	14	14
uninjured	23	23
uninoculated	21	21
uninspected	21	21
uninspired	17	17
uninspiring	20	20
uninstal	12	12