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
moonquakes	28	28
moquette	21	21
moquettes	22	22
moresque	21	21
moresques	22	22
mosque	19	19
mosques	20	20
mosquito	21	21
mosquitoes	23	23
mosquitoey	25	25
mosquitos	22	22
musquash	24	24
musquashes	26	26
mystique	23	23
mystiques	24	24
netiquette	21	21
netiquettes	22	22
niqaab	19	19
niqaabs	20	20
niqab	18	18
niqabs	19	19
nonacquisitive	33	33
nonaquatic	25	25
nonaqueous	23	23
nondelinquent	29	29