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
contractures	20	20
contradictious	23	23
contrapuntal	22	22
contrapuntally	27	27
contrapuntist	22	22
contrapuntists	23	23
contrarious	16	16
contribute	18	18
contributed	20	20
contributes	19	19
contributing	23	23
contribution	21	21
contributions	22	22
contributive	24	24
contributively	29	29
contributor	19	19
contributors	20	20
contributory	22	22
contumacies	22	22
contumacious	24	24
contumaciously	29	29
contumacy	22	22
contumelies	20	20
contumelious	22	22
contumeliously	27	27