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
community	22	22
communization	34	34
communizations	35	35
communize	29	29
communized	31	31
communizes	30	30
communizing	34	34
commutable	24	24
commutate	19	19
commutated	21	21
commutates	20	20
commutating	24	24
commutation	22	22
commutations	23	23
commutative	25	25
commutativity	29	29
commutator	20	20
commutators	21	21
commute	17	17
commuted	19	19
commuter	18	18
commuters	19	19
commutes	18	18
commuting	22	22
comous	13	13