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
acculturated	22	22
acculturates	21	21
acculturating	25	25
acculturation	23	23
acculturational	26	26
acculturations	24	24
acculturative	26	26
accumulate	22	22
accumulated	24	24
accumulates	23	23
accumulating	27	27
accumulation	25	25
accumulations	26	26
accumulative	28	28
accumulatively	33	33
accumulator	23	23
accumulators	24	24
accuracies	20	20
accuracy	20	20
accurate	15	15
accurately	20	20
accurateness	20	20
accursed	16	16
accursedly	21	21
accursedness	21	21