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
unitizers	20	20
unitizes	19	19
unitizing	23	23
unitrust	11	11
unitrusts	12	12
units	7	7
unity	9	9
univalent	17	17
univalents	18	18
univalve	19	19
univalves	20	20
univariate	16	16
universal	16	16
universalism	22	22
universalisms	23	23
universalist	19	19
universalistic	24	24
universalists	20	20
universalities	21	21
universality	21	21
universalize	28	28
universalized	30	30
universalizes	29	29
universalizing	33	33
universally	21	21