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
harlequinade	27	27
harlequinades	28	28
harlequins	24	24
harquebus	25	25
harquebuses	27	27
harquebusier	28	28
harquebusiers	29	29
headquarter	24	24
headquartered	27	27
headquartering	30	30
headquarters	25	25
henequen	22	22
henequens	23	23
henequin	22	22
henequins	23	23
heniquen	22	22
heniquens	23	23
hindquarter	25	25
hindquarters	26	26
humoresque	26	26
humoresques	27	27
hydroquinone	29	29
hydroquinones	30	30
illiquid	21	21
illiquidities	26	26