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
communicating	30	30
communication	28	28
communicational	31	31
communications	29	29
communicative	31	31
communicatively	36	36
communicator	26	26
communicators	27	27
communicatory	29	29
communing	23	23
communion	21	21
communions	22	22
communise	20	20
communised	22	22
communises	21	21
communising	25	25
communism	23	23
communisms	24	24
communist	20	20
communistic	25	25
communistically	33	33
communists	21	21
communitarian	25	25
communitarians	26	26
communities	22	22