Cursive U Tutorial and Worksheet (Uppercase + Lowercase)
On this page, learn how to write uppercase cursive U and lowercase cursive u step by step. Download free printable cursive U worksheets to trace and practice at home or in class.
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Download uppercase + lowercase cursive U worksheets. These printable cursive worksheet helps you master cursive writing.
How to Write U in Cursive
The cursive letter U is easy to learn. The big U has a wide curve, and the small u has two simple arches. Both letters are smooth and soft. With clear steps and practice, you can write the cursive U with confidence.
Lowercase Cursive U
Start at the bottom line and move your pencil up to the midline. Curve down, go up halfway again, and bring the line down once more. End with a small exit stroke. The lowercase cursive u has two round, smooth humps. Keep them even so the letter looks neat. Practice tracing the letter again and again. Light, steady strokes help your hand learn the shape and make writing the cursive u easier.
Uppercase Cursive U
Start at the top line and curve your pencil down to the baseline. Move up in a smooth loop on the left side. Then bring the line down again and make a wide curve, like a cup. Finish with a small tail that points out. The uppercase cursive U is open and elegant. It looks like a bigger, longer lowercase u. Keep the loop steady so the letter stays balanced and easy to read.
How to Connect Cursive U to Other Letters
Connecting cursive letters is part of cursive writing. The lowercase u connects easily because of its small tail. The uppercase U connects less often, but you can still use it in names or fancy writing styles. Let’s see how both forms link with the letters around them.
How to Connect Lowercase Cursive u
Lowercase u ends with a soft tail that moves up and right. That stroke makes it easy to join the next letter.
How it connects:
- u + a / o / e: Curve gently into the next round letter.
- u + l / t / r: Lift the tail slightly to match the tall stroke.
- u + s / n / m: Keep the movement even, like a wave.
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- joining letters: ua, ue, ui, ul, um.
- Cursive words: up, use, fun, drum, rule, tune.
Each connection improves control and rhythm. Repeat each pair slowly until your hand moves smoothly.
How to Connect Uppercase Cursive U
Uppercase U usually stands alone. It appears in names, titles, or decorative text. Still, you can connect it to small letters when needed.
How it connects:
- U + a / o: Start the next letter close to the bottom curve.
- U + l / t: Add a small line at the end of U to start the tall stroke.
- U + e / r: Flow from the lower right curve into the next loop.
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- Joining Letters: Ua, Ul, Ut, Ur, Ue.
- Cursive Words: Uma, Unity, Usher, Urban, Useful.
Here’s What Most People Ask Us
Start practicing cursive tracing worksheets. Show one stroke at a time. Let kids trace small u and big U several times. Use printed cursive alphabet worksheets to guide the direction and size.
Start with lowercase crusive u. It appears more often in words and helps build confidence before trying uppercase forms.
Practice one line of uppercase and lowercase U daily, keep the strokes neat and light. After a few days, the shape will feel natural and smooth.
Yes. Left-handed writers can form a cursive U comfortably. A slight paper tilt and relaxed wrist help prevent smudging.