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
viburnums	22	22
vicarious	17	17
vicariously	22	22
vicariousness	22	22
vicious	15	15
viciously	20	20
viciousness	20	20
viciousnesses	22	22
vicissitude	20	20
vicissitudes	21	21
vicissitudinous	26	26
victorious	18	18
victoriously	23	23
victoriousness	23	23
victual	16	16
victualed	19	19
victualer	18	18
victualers	19	19
victualing	22	22
victualled	21	21
victualler	20	20
victuallers	21	21
victualling	24	24
victuals	17	17
vicugna	18	18