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
quincuncial	31	31
quincunx	31	31
quincunxes	33	33
quincunxial	35	35
quindecillion	31	31
quindecillions	32	32
quinela	19	19
quinelas	20	20
quinella	21	21
quinellas	22	22
quinic	20	20
quinidine	22	22
quinidines	23	23
quiniela	20	20
quinielas	21	21
quinin	18	18
quinina	19	19
quininas	20	20
quinine	19	19
quinines	20	20
quinins	19	19
quinnat	19	19
quinnats	20	20
quinoa	17	17
quinoas	18	18