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
corrugating	20	20
corrugation	18	18
corrugations	19	19
corrupt	14	14
corrupted	17	17
corrupter	16	16
corrupters	17	17
corruptest	17	17
corruptibility	27	27
corruptible	22	22
corruptibly	24	24
corrupting	20	20
corruption	18	18
corruptionist	21	21
corruptionists	22	22
corruptions	19	19
corruptive	21	21
corruptively	26	26
corruptly	19	19
corruptness	19	19
corruptor	16	16
corruptors	17	17
corrupts	15	15
coruler	12	12
corulers	13	13