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
clubroots	17	17
clubs	13	13
cluck	17	17
clucked	20	20
clucker	19	19
cluckers	20	20
clucking	23	23
clucks	18	18
clue	9	9
clued	11	11
clueing	15	15
clueless	14	14
clues	10	10
cluing	14	14
clumber	18	18
clumbers	19	19
clump	16	16
clumped	19	19
clumper	18	18
clumpers	19	19
clumpet	18	18
clumpets	19	19
clumpier	19	19
clumpiest	20	20
clumping	22	22