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
aquafaba	24	24
aquafarm	24	24
aquafarmed	27	27
aquafarming	30	30
aquafarms	25	25
aquafit	20	20
aquafits	21	21
aquamarine	24	24
aquamarines	25	25
aquanaut	20	20
aquanauts	21	21
aquaplane	24	24
aquaplaned	26	26
aquaplaner	25	25
aquaplaners	26	26
aquaplanes	25	25
aquaplaning	29	29
aquaponics	27	27
aquarelle	21	21
aquarelles	22	22
aquarellist	23	23
aquarellists	24	24
aquaria	17	17
aquarial	19	19
aquarian	19	19