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
byssus	12	12
byssuses	14	14
cachou	15	15
cachous	16	16
cachucha	22	22
cachuchas	23	23
cacique	23	23
caciques	24	24
caciquism	28	28
caciquisms	29	29
cacophonous	24	24
cacophonously	29	29
cactus	13	13
cactuses	15	15
cacuminal	21	21
cadaverous	19	19
cadaverously	24	24
cadmium	18	18
cadmiums	19	19
caducean	17	17
caducei	15	15
caduceus	17	17
caducities	18	18
caducity	18	18
caducous	17	17