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
aqueous	18	18
aquiculture	27	27
aquicultures	28	28
aquifer	20	20
aquiferous	24	24
aquifers	21	21
aquilegia	22	22
aquilegias	23	23
aquiline	20	20
aquilinity	24	24
aquiver	21	21
arabesque	22	22
arabesques	23	23
arquebus	22	22
arquebuses	24	24
asquint	18	18
banquet	21	21
banqueted	24	24
banqueter	23	23
banqueters	24	24
banqueting	27	27
banquets	22	22
banquette	23	23
banquettes	24	24
barbeque	24	24