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
circuital	17	17
circuited	17	17
circuities	17	17
circuiting	20	20
circuitous	18	18
circuitously	23	23
circuitousness	23	23
circuitries	18	18
circuitry	18	18
circuits	15	15
circuity	17	17
circular	16	16
circularise	19	19
circularised	21	21
circularises	20	20
circularising	24	24
circularities	21	21
circularity	21	21
circularization	33	33
circularize	28	28
circularized	30	30
circularizes	29	29
circularizing	33	33
circularly	21	21
circularness	21	21