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
frequentations	29	29
frequentative	31	31
frequentatives	32	32
frequented	25	25
frequenter	24	24
frequentest	25	25
frequenting	28	28
frequently	27	27
frequentness	27	27
frequents	23	23
gigantesque	26	26
grandiloquence	33	33
grandiloquences	34	34
grandiloquent	29	29
grandiloquently	34	34
grotesque	21	21
grotesquely	26	26
grotesqueness	26	26
grotesquerie	24	24
grotesqueries	25	25
grotesquery	25	25
grotesques	22	22
gyrofrequencies	36	36
gyrofrequency	36	36
harlequin	23	23