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
exequial	26	26
exequies	25	25
exequy	25	25
exquisite	26	26
exquisitely	31	31
exquisiteness	31	31
exquisites	27	27
fabrique	24	24
fabriques	25	25
faqir	17	17
faqirs	18	18
faquir	19	19
faquirs	20	20
fique	18	18
fiques	19	19
fluoroquinolone	33	33
forequarter	24	24
forequarters	25	25
foursquare	24	24
frequence	26	26
frequences	27	27
frequencies	28	28
frequency	28	28
frequent	22	22
frequentation	28	28