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
viscous	15	15
viscously	20	20
viscousness	20	20
viscus	14	14
visual	12	12
visualisation	20	20
visualisations	21	21
visualise	15	15
visualised	17	17
visualiser	16	16
visualisers	17	17
visualises	16	16
visualising	20	20
visualization	29	29
visualizations	30	30
visualize	24	24
visualized	26	26
visualizer	25	25
visualizers	26	26
visualizes	25	25
visualizing	29	29
visually	17	17
visuals	13	13
visuospatial	21	21
vitellus	15	15