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
absurdities	16	16
absurdity	16	16
absurdly	16	16
absurdness	16	16
absurds	12	12
abubble	18	18
abuilding	18	18
abulia	11	11
abulias	12	12
abulic	14	14
abundance	19	19
abundances	20	20
abundant	15	15
abundantly	20	20
abusable	16	16
abuse	9	9
abused	11	11
abuser	10	10
abusers	11	11
abuses	10	10
abusing	14	14
abusive	15	15
abusively	20	20
abusiveness	20	20
abut	8	8