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
argillaceous	20	20
argonaut	12	12
argonauts	13	13
arguable	15	15
arguably	17	17
argue	8	8
argued	10	10
arguer	9	9
arguers	10	10
argues	9	9
argufied	15	15
argufier	14	14
argufiers	15	15
argufies	14	14
argufy	14	14
argufying	20	20
arguing	13	13
argument	15	15
argumenta	16	16
argumentation	21	21
argumentations	22	22
argumentative	24	24
argumentatively	29	29
argumentive	22	22
arguments	16	16