XU — Is XU a Scrabble Word?
XU is a two-letter word. This page checks dictionary validity and scores for Scrabble US/Canada and Words With Friends.
Word game validity
Scores are base tile values, before board multipliers. This is a word-game validity check, not a general dictionary definition.
Score breakdown
X = 8 + U = 1 = 9 points in Scrabble. XU is a fairly common word. On a triple-word square it is worth 27 points; in Words With Friends it scores 10 base points.
Hooks: add one letter to XU
Hooks let you play a word alongside XU and score both. XU takes 0 front hooks and 0 back hooks.
Front hooks (letter + XU)
None in TWL06.
Back hooks (XU + letter)
None in TWL06.
About this word check
Two-letter words like XU are the glue of Scrabble: they let you play parallel to other words and score in two directions. Learn its hooks above, then compare it with the other two-letter words. Use the 2 letter words list to compare related words, or the word finder to search your rack.
Frequently asked questions
Is XU a Scrabble word?
Yes. XU is valid in TWL06 and scores 9 points.
Is XU valid in Words With Friends?
Yes. XU is in the ENABLE word list and scores 10 WWF points.
How many points is XU?
It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
Is XU a two-letter word?
Yes. XU has two letters.
What words can you make by adding a letter to XU?
No single letter can be added to the front or back of XU to make a TWL06 word.
How is XU scored?
X = 8 + U = 1 = 9 points in Scrabble, before premium squares.