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
consummately	26	26
consummates	22	22
consummating	26	26
consummation	24	24
consummations	25	25
consummative	27	27
consummator	22	22
consummators	23	23
consummatory	25	25
consumption	23	23
consumptions	24	24
consumptive	26	26
consumptively	31	31
consumptives	27	27
contagious	17	17
contagiously	22	22
contagiousness	22	22
contagium	19	19
contemporaneous	27	27
contemptuous	24	24
contemptuously	29	29
contentious	17	17
contentiously	22	22
contentiousness	22	22
conterminous	21	21