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
crosscutting	22	22
crosslinguistic	26	26
crossruff	19	19
crossruffed	22	22
crossruffing	25	25
crossruffs	20	20
crouch	15	15
crouched	18	18
crouches	17	17
crouching	21	21
croup	12	12
croupe	13	13
croupes	14	14
croupier	15	15
croupiers	16	16
croupiest	16	16
croupily	18	18
croupous	16	16
croups	13	13
croupy	15	15
crouse	10	10
crousely	15	15
croustade	14	14
croustades	15	15
croute	10	10