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
waughted	17	17
waughting	20	20
waughts	15	15
wauk	12	12
wauked	15	15
wauking	18	18
wauks	13	13
waul	9	9
wauled	12	12
wauling	15	15
wauls	10	10
waur	8	8
waveguide	20	20
waveguides	21	21
weariful	16	16
wearifully	21	21
wearifulness	21	21
wellcurb	20	20
wellcurbs	21	21
westbound	18	18
wetsuit	11	11
wetsuits	12	12
whaup	14	14
whaups	15	15
wheelhouse	19	19