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
inquisitional	26	26
inquisitions	24	24
inquisitive	26	26
inquisitively	31	31
inquisitiveness	31	31
inquisitor	21	21
inquisitorial	25	25
inquisitorially	30	30
inquisitors	22	22
jacquard	31	31
jacquards	32	32
jacquerie	31	31
jacqueries	32	32
jequirity	30	30
jonquil	28	28
jonquils	29	29
kamotiq	23	23
kamotiqs	24	24
kumquat	25	25
kumquats	26	26
lacquer	21	21
lacquered	24	24
lacquerer	23	23
lacquerers	24	24
lacquering	27	27