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
mannequins	26	26
manque	20	20
maquette	21	21
maquettes	22	22
maqui	18	18
maquila	21	21
maquiladora	26	26
maquiladoras	27	27
maquilas	22	22
maquillage	27	27
maquillages	28	28
maquis	19	19
marque	19	19
marquee	20	20
marquees	21	21
marques	20	20
marquess	21	21
marquessate	24	24
marquessates	25	25
marquesses	23	23
marqueterie	24	24
marqueteries	25	25
marquetries	24	24
marquetry	24	24
marquis	20	20