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
untrack	16	16
untracked	19	19
untracking	22	22
untracks	17	17
untraditional	18	18
untraditionally	23	23
untrained	13	13
untrammeled	21	21
untrammelled	23	23
untransformed	23	23
untranslatable	22	22
untranslated	17	17
untraveled	18	18
untraversed	18	18
untread	10	10
untreaded	13	13
untreading	16	16
untreads	11	11
untreatable	17	17
untreated	12	12
untrendier	14	14
untrendiest	15	15
untrendy	14	14
untried	10	10
untrim	11	11