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
cocounsels	19	19
cocultivate	23	23
cocultivated	25	25
cocultivates	24	24
cocultivating	28	28
cocultivation	26	26
cocultivations	27	27
coculture	18	18
cocultured	20	20
cocultures	19	19
coculturing	23	23
cocurate	15	15
cocurated	17	17
cocurates	16	16
cocurating	20	20
cocurator	16	16
cocurators	17	17
cocurricular	24	24
coeducation	20	20
coeducational	23	23
coeducationally	28	28
coendure	14	14
coendured	16	16
coendures	15	15
coenduring	19	19