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
backgrounders	28	28
backhaul	22	22
backhauled	25	25
backhauling	28	28
backhauls	23	23
backhouse	22	22
backhouses	23	23
backout	18	18
backouts	19	19
backrush	21	21
backrushes	23	23
backup	20	20
backups	21	21
bacterium	19	19
bacteriuria	18	18
bacteriurias	19	19
bacula	14	14
baculine	17	17
baculum	19	19
baculums	20	20
badmouth	18	18
badmouthed	21	21
badmouthing	24	24
badmouths	19	19
bagful	16	16