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
untucks	17	17
untufted	15	15
untune	10	10
untuned	12	12
untunes	11	11
untuning	15	15
unturned	13	13
untutored	13	13
untwine	13	13
untwined	15	15
untwines	14	14
untwining	18	18
untwist	12	12
untwisted	15	15
untwisting	18	18
untwists	13	13
untying	14	14
untypical	20	20
untypically	25	25
ununbium	19	19
ununbiums	20	20
ununited	13	13
unurged	13	13
unusable	15	15
unusably	17	17