Words Containing BU — Scrabble Word List & Strategy
BU combines B (3 points) with U to form over 700 valid Scrabble words. From quick plays like BUS, BUG, and BUN to strong scorers like BUZZING and BULKY, BU helps you use both B and U productively. Since U can be awkward to play without Q, knowing BU patterns gives you reliable outlets for this vowel.
Top BU Words by Score
| # | Word | Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BUZZING | 19 | Making a humming sound |
| 2 | BUCKWHEAT | 23 | A grain plant |
| 3 | BUSHWICK | 20 | A district name |
| 4 | BULKY | 14 | Large and unwieldy |
| 5 | BUNCH | 12 | A cluster |
| 6 | BURST | 7 | To break open |
| 7 | BUILD | 8 | To construct |
| 8 | BURNT | 7 | Damaged by fire |
| 9 | BULK | 10 | Large mass |
| 10 | BURN | 6 | To be on fire |
| 11 | BUS | 5 | A large vehicle |
700+
Valid BU words
8 pts
Average score
Common
Pair rarity
Strategy Tips for BU Words
BU helps clear U tiles without needing Q. The BU- prefix starts hundreds of words (BUS, BUG, BUN, BUD, BUILD, BULK, BURN, BURST, BUNCH). BULK and BUNCH score well with common letters. When you draw B and U together, you always have options.
🎯 Key Takeaway
BU offers 700+ words and solves the U-without-Q problem. Short plays like BUS, BUG, and BUN score 5-7 points instantly. BULK (10 pts), BUNCH (12 pts), and BULKY (14 pts) deliver stronger scores using common consonants.
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