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
vitelluses	17	17
viticultural	23	23
viticulturally	28	28
viticulture	21	21
viticulturist	23	23
viticulturists	24	24
vitreous	13	13
vitreouses	15	15
vituline	15	15
vituperate	18	18
vituperated	20	20
vituperates	19	19
vituperating	23	23
vituperation	21	21
vituperations	22	22
vituperative	24	24
vituperatively	29	29
vituperator	19	19
vituperators	20	20
vituperatory	22	22
vivacious	21	21
vivaciously	26	26
vivaciousness	26	26
vivarium	20	20
vivariums	21	21