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
coinsures	14	14
coinsuring	18	18
coitus	10	10
coituses	12	12
colatitude	16	16
colatitudes	17	17
colchicum	25	25
colchicums	26	26
coleopterous	20	20
coleus	11	11
coleuses	13	13
coliseum	16	16
coliseums	17	17
collagenous	20	20
colleague	17	17
colleagues	18	18
colleagueship	26	26
colleagueships	27	27
collegium	20	20
collegiums	21	21
collembolous	25	25
collenchymatous	32	32
collogue	16	16
collogued	18	18
collogues	17	17