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
quailing	22	22
quails	17	17
quaint	17	17
quainter	19	19
quaintest	20	20
quaintly	22	22
quaintness	22	22
quais	15	15
quake	19	19
quaked	21	21
quaker	20	20
quakers	21	21
quakes	20	20
quakier	21	21
quakiest	22	22
quakily	24	24
quaking	24	24
quaky	21	21
quale	16	16
qualia	17	17
qualifiable	29	29
qualification	31	31
qualifications	32	32
qualified	24	24
qualifiedly	29	29