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
untimelier	16	16
untimeliest	17	17
untimeliness	19	19
untimelinesses	21	21
untimely	16	16
untimeous	15	15
untinged	14	14
untipped	17	17
untired	10	10
untiring	13	13
untiringly	18	18
untitled	12	12
unto	6	6
untogether	16	16
untold	10	10
untoned	11	11
untorn	9	9
untouchability	28	28
untouched	18	18
untoward	14	14
untowardly	19	19
untowardness	19	19
untowardnesses	21	21
untraceable	20	20
untraced	14	14