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
augmentation	20	20
augmentations	21	21
augmentative	23	23
augmented	17	17
augmenter	16	16
augmenters	17	17
augmenting	20	20
augmentor	16	16
augmentors	17	17
augments	15	15
augur	9	9
augural	12	12
augured	12	12
augurer	11	11
augurers	12	12
auguries	12	12
auguring	15	15
augurs	10	10
augury	12	12
august	10	10
auguster	12	12
augustest	13	13
augustly	15	15
auk	8	8
auklet	12	12