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
unquoting	24	24
unrequited	23	23
usquabae	22	22
usquabaes	23	23
usque	16	16
usquebae	22	22
usquebaes	23	23
usquebaugh	29	29
usques	17	17
vanquish	25	25
vanquishable	33	33
vanquished	28	28
vanquisher	27	27
vanquishers	28	28
vanquishes	27	27
vanquishing	31	31
vaquero	21	21
vaqueros	22	22
vaquita	21	21
vaquitas	22	22
ventriloquial	30	30
ventriloquially	35	35
ventriloquies	29	29
ventriloquism	32	32
ventriloquisms	33	33