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
chuppah	21	21
chuppahs	22	22
chuppas	19	19
chuppot	19	19
church	17	17
churched	20	20
churches	19	19
churchgoer	23	23
churchgoers	24	24
churchgoing	27	27
churchgoings	28	28
churchianity	26	26
churchier	20	20
churchiest	21	21
churching	23	23
churchings	24	24
churchless	22	22
churchlier	22	22
churchliest	23	23
churchliness	25	25
churchly	22	22
churchman	24	24
churchmanship	33	33
churchmen	24	24
churchwarden	28	28