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
obloquy	23	23
obsequies	22	22
obsequious	24	24
obsequiously	29	29
obsequiousness	29	29
obsequy	22	22
odalisque	21	21
odalisques	22	22
oldsquaw	23	23
oldsquaws	24	24
ololiuqui	22	22
ololiuquis	23	23
opaque	19	19
opaqued	21	21
opaquely	24	24
opaqueness	24	24
opaquenesses	26	26
opaquer	20	20
opaques	20	20
opaquest	21	21
opaquing	24	24
oquassa	17	17
oquassas	18	18
outquote	19	19
outquoted	21	21