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
unplugged	21	21
unplugging	24	24
unplugs	16	16
unplumbed	23	23
unpoetic	16	16
unpoised	14	14
unpolarized	27	27
unpoliced	19	19
unpolished	19	19
unpolite	14	14
unpolitical	21	21
unpolled	16	16
unpolluted	19	19
unpopular	19	19
unpopularity	24	24
unpopularly	24	24
unposed	13	13
unposted	14	14
unpotted	14	14
unpractical	23	23
unprecedented	24	24
unprecedentedly	29	29
unpredictable	26	26
unpredictably	28	28
unpregnant	19	19