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
conquistador	27	27
conquistadores	29	29
conquistadors	28	28
consanguine	20	20
consanguineous	24	24
consanguinities	24	24
consanguinity	24	24
conscientious	22	22
conscientiously	27	27
conscious	17	17
consciouses	19	19
consciously	22	22
consciousness	22	22
consciousnesses	24	24
consecution	20	20
consecutions	21	21
consecutive	23	23
consecutively	28	28
consecutiveness	28	28
consensual	17	17
consensually	22	22
consensus	15	15
consensuses	17	17
consentaneous	20	20
consentaneously	25	25