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
untended	13	13
untented	12	12
untenured	14	14
untestable	16	16
untested	11	11
untether	12	12
untethered	15	15
untethering	18	18
untethers	13	13
unthaw	13	13
unthawed	16	16
unthawing	19	19
unthaws	14	14
untheoretical	21	21
unthink	16	16
unthinkability	29	29
unthinkable	24	24
unthinkably	26	26
unthinking	22	22
unthinkingly	27	27
unthinks	17	17
unthought	18	18
unthread	13	13
unthreaded	16	16
unthreading	19	19