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
communalists	24	24
communalities	25	25
communality	25	25
communalize	32	32
communalized	34	34
communalizes	33	33
communalizing	37	37
communally	25	25
communard	21	21
communards	22	22
commune	18	18
communed	20	20
communer	19	19
communers	20	20
communes	19	19
communicability	35	35
communicable	30	30
communicably	32	32
communicant	26	26
communicants	27	27
communicate	25	25
communicated	27	27
communicatee	26	26
communicatees	27	27
communicates	26	26