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
lacquers	22	22
lacquerware	28	28
lacquerwares	29	29
lacquerwork	32	32
lacquerworks	33	33
lacquey	23	23
lacqueyed	26	26
lacqueying	29	29
lacqueys	24	24
lalique	19	19
laliques	20	20
lambrequin	28	28
lambrequins	29	29
liquate	18	18
liquated	20	20
liquates	19	19
liquating	23	23
liquation	21	21
liquations	22	22
liquefaction	30	30
liquefactions	31	31
liquefied	24	24
liquefier	23	23
liquefiers	24	24
liquefies	23	23