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
utilisers	11	11
utilises	10	10
utilising	14	14
utilitarian	14	14
utilitarianism	20	20
utilities	11	11
utility	11	11
utilizable	25	25
utilization	23	23
utilizations	24	24
utilize	18	18
utilized	20	20
utilizer	19	19
utilizers	20	20
utilizes	19	19
utilizing	23	23
utmost	10	10
utmosts	11	11
utopia	10	10
utopian	12	12
utopianism	18	18
utopianisms	19	19
utopians	13	13
utopias	11	11
utopism	14	14