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
accounting	21	21
accountings	22	22
accounts	16	16
accouter	15	15
accoutered	18	18
accoutering	21	21
accouterment	23	23
accouterments	24	24
accouters	16	16
accoutre	15	15
accoutred	17	17
accoutrement	23	23
accoutrements	24	24
accoutres	16	16
accoutring	20	20
accruable	20	20
accrual	15	15
accruals	16	16
accrue	13	13
accrued	15	15
accruement	21	21
accruements	22	22
accrues	14	14
accruing	18	18
acculturate	20	20