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
claquer	21	21
claquers	22	22
claques	21	21
claqueur	23	23
claqueurs	24	24
claucht	17	17
claudication	22	22
claudications	23	23
claught	16	16
claughted	19	19
claughting	22	22
claughts	17	17
clausal	13	13
clause	11	11
clauses	12	12
claustra	13	13
claustral	15	15
claustrophobe	26	26
claustrophobes	27	27
claustrophobia	27	27
claustrophobias	28	28
claustrophobic	30	30
claustrum	18	18
clavicular	23	23
clavus	15	15