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
campanula	21	21
campanulas	22	22
campanulate	23	23
campground	24	24
campgrounds	25	25
camphoraceous	28	28
campout	17	17
campouts	18	18
campus	16	16
campused	19	19
campuses	18	18
campusing	22	22
campylotropous	30	30
canalicular	21	21
canaliculi	20	20
canaliculus	22	22
cancellous	20	20
cancerous	17	17
cancerously	22	22
candelabrum	24	24
candelabrums	25	25
candidature	18	18
candidatures	19	19
candlenut	17	17
candlenuts	18	18