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
casualness	16	16
casuals	12	12
casualties	15	15
casualty	15	15
casuarina	14	14
casuarinas	15	15
casuist	11	11
casuistic	16	16
casuistical	19	19
casuistries	15	15
casuistry	15	15
casuists	12	12
casus	9	9
catadromous	19	19
catafalque	27	27
catafalques	28	28
catalogue	16	16
catalogued	18	18
cataloguer	17	17
cataloguers	18	18
catalogues	17	17
cataloguing	21	21
catamount	17	17
catamounts	18	18
catapult	16	16