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
quatorze	27	27
quatorzes	28	28
quatrain	19	19
quatrains	20	20
quatre	16	16
quatrefoil	24	24
quatrefoils	25	25
quatres	17	17
quattrocento	26	26
quaver	20	20
quavered	23	23
quaverer	22	22
quaverers	23	23
quavering	26	26
quaveringly	31	31
quavers	21	21
quavery	23	23
quay	16	16
quayage	21	21
quayages	22	22
quaylike	25	25
quays	17	17
quayside	21	21
quaysides	22	22
qubit	18	18