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
circumnavigator	32	32
circumpolar	25	25
circumscissile	28	28
circumscribe	28	28
circumscribed	30	30
circumscribes	29	29
circumscribing	33	33
circumscription	32	32
circumspect	27	27
circumspection	31	31
circumspections	32	32
circumspectly	32	32
circumstance	26	26
circumstanced	28	28
circumstances	27	27
circumstantial	26	26
circumstantiate	26	26
circumstellar	25	25
circumvallate	29	29
circumvallated	31	31
circumvallates	30	30
circumvallating	34	34
circumvallation	32	32
circumvent	25	25
circumvented	28	28