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
workhouses	20	20
workout	15	15
workouts	16	16
workup	17	17
workups	18	18
worshipful	23	23
worshipfully	28	28
worshipfulness	28	28
worthful	18	18
would	11	11
wouldest	14	14
wouldst	13	13
wound	11	11
wounded	14	14
wounding	17	17
woundless	16	16
wounds	12	12
wrackful	23	23
wraparound	19	19
wrathful	18	18
wrathfully	23	23
wrathfulness	23	23
wreckful	23	23
wrongful	19	19
wrongfully	24	24