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
capsuling	20	20
capsulize	26	26
capsulized	28	28
capsulizes	27	27
capsulizing	31	31
captious	15	15
captiously	20	20
captiousness	20	20
capture	14	14
captured	16	16
capturer	15	15
capturers	16	16
captures	15	15
capturing	19	19
capuche	19	19
capuched	21	21
capuches	20	20
capuchin	21	21
capuchins	22	22
caput	12	12
caracul	15	15
caraculs	16	16
carbonaceous	23	23
carbonium	20	20
carboniums	21	21