Cursive U — how to write U and u in cursive
Uppercase U and lowercase u in traditional US school cursive, with the strokes explained in plain words, the joins you'll use most and a free tracing worksheet.
Common joins with u
How to write a lowercase u in cursive
Slant up to the midline, down to the baseline, up to the midline again, down again and finish with an exit stroke.
How to write an uppercase U in cursive
Start with a small hook at the top line, come down and up in a U shape to the top line, then pull a straight line down and out.
Common mistakes with cursive u
Keep both points of u sharp — round them and it becomes a w-like wave.
Practice words with u
The U worksheet ends with two joined words — “up” and “under” — so your child practices the letter inside a word, not just on its own. Common pairs to practice next: un, up, us, ur.
The same letter, another way: bubble letter U to color in. Need the whole alphabet? Print the cursive alphabet chart or make a cursive name tracing sheet.
Frequently asked questions
How do you write u in cursive?
Slant up to the midline, down to the baseline, up to the midline again, down again and finish with an exit stroke.
How do you write a capital U in cursive?
Start with a small hook at the top line, come down and up in a U shape to the top line, then pull a straight line down and out.
Is the cursive U worksheet free?
Yes — download the tracing or practice sheet for U as a PDF on US Letter or A4, free and without sign-up.