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
quicksilver	33	33
quickstep	29	29
quicksteps	30	30
quid	15	15
quiddities	22	22
quiddity	22	22
quidnunc	25	25
quidnuncs	26	26
quids	16	16
quiescence	27	27
quiescent	23	23
quiescently	28	28
quiet	15	15
quieted	18	18
quieten	18	18
quietened	21	21
quietening	24	24
quietens	19	19
quieter	17	17
quieters	18	18
quietest	18	18
quieting	21	21
quietism	21	21
quietisms	22	22
quietist	18	18