Words Starting With US
All 114 English words starting with US. Sorted by Scrabble and WWF scores. Filter by length — free, no account needed.
What Are US Words?
Words starting with US are English words that begin with the letters US. This group includes 114 entries ranging from common terms like 'us' and 'use' to longer, more complex vocabulary. Many of these words derive from the Latin 'usare' meaning to use or from the Latin 'usus' meaning use or custom, reflecting their deep roots in daily activity and habit. The average length of these words is relatively concise, with the most common length being 8 letters, accounting for 14.9% of the total list. While the average Scrabble score for these words is 10.5, which is lower than the general dictionary average of 15.5, they offer a diverse range of utility for writers and game enthusiasts alike.
Statistical Profile: Words Starting With US
- Total words: 114 words start with US
- Dominant length: 8 letters (14.9% of US-words)
- Average Scrabble score: 10.5 points — below the dictionary average of 15.5
- Common words: 7% of US-words appear in everyday English (vs. 3.2% average across all prefixes)
- Most common third letter: After US, the most frequent next letter is U (37 words)
Common US Words
These are the most recognizable words starting with US:
us, use, used, user, usage, usual, useful, usually
Using US Words in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or other word games, words starting with US can be strategic despite their average score of 10.5 being below the dictionary norm of 15.5. The list contains 114 options, but players should prioritize the 8-letter words which make up nearly 15% of the collection to maximize tile usage. Focusing on high-frequency words like 'usually' or 'useful' ensures quick play, while saving rare, high-scoring terms for premium board squares.
Highest-Scoring US Words
Scrabble
- usquebaugh — 25 points
- usufructuary — 20 points
- usurpatively — 20 points
- usucapionary — 19 points
- usurpership — 18 points
Words With Friends
- usquebaugh — 29 points
- usufructuary — 24 points
- usurpatively — 24 points
- ustilaginaceous — 24 points
- usucaptable — 23 points
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Related Prefixes
UB WordsUD WordsUG WordsUL WordsUM WordsUN WordsUP WordsUR WordsUT WordsUV Words
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words start with US?
There are 114 valid words starting with US. This collection covers a wide spectrum from short 2-letter terms to longer 8-letter entries. The list is curated to include all standard dictionary definitions recognized in major word game dictionaries.
What is the best Scrabble word starting with US?
usquebaugh scores 25 points. This 8-letter word is one of the highest-scoring options available in the US category. Players should look for opportunities to place it on triple word scores to maximize its potential value.
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