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
centaury	15	15
centrifugal	22	22
centrifugally	27	27
centrifugation	25	25
centrifugations	26	26
centrifuge	20	20
centrifuges	21	21
centrum	15	15
centrums	16	16
centu	10	10
centum	14	14
centums	15	15
centuple	17	17
centupled	19	19
centuples	18	18
centupling	22	22
centuries	14	14
centurion	15	15
centurions	16	16
century	14	14
cercus	13	13
cerebellum	22	22
cerebellums	23	23
cerebrovascular	30	30
cerebrum	18	18