Words with the letter Q

The letter Q is one of the highest-scoring tiles in Scrabble, worth a hefty 10 points. However, it’s also one of the most difficult letters to play effectively due to its limited word pairings and frequent dependence on the letter U. Players who know short Q words like qi and qat gain a serious advantage, as these allow you to use the letter without needing a U. Because of its high point value, placing Q on a double or triple letter square—or even forming a word across a premium word score—can dramatically shift the momentum of a game in your favor.

To master the letter Q, it’s important to study acceptable Q words and learn how to work them into tight board spaces. Words like quack, quake, quilt, and quote not only score big due to Q’s value, but also give you opportunities to use other common tiles efficiently. When holding a Q, try to save it until you see a strong scoring opportunity or until you have the right letters on your rack. Playing Q well requires patience, planning, and a solid vocabulary, but when used effectively, it can be the game-winning move.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
uniqueness	23	23
uniquenesses	25	25
uniquer	19	19
uniques	19	19
uniquest	20	20
unnilquadium	31	31
unpicturesque	32	32
unqualified	28	28
unqualifiedly	33	33
unquantifiable	34	34
unquenchable	34	34
unquestionable	31	31
unquestionably	33	33
unquestioned	26	26
unquestioning	29	29
unquestioningly	34	34
unquiet	19	19
unquieter	21	21
unquietest	22	22
unquietly	24	24
unquietness	24	24
unquiets	20	20
unquote	19	19
unquoted	21	21
unquotes	20	20