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
qulliqs	28	28
quod	15	15
quodlibet	24	24
quodlibets	25	25
quods	16	16
quohog	20	20
quohogs	21	21
quoin	16	16
quoined	19	19
quoining	22	22
quoinings	23	23
quoins	17	17
quoit	15	15
quoited	18	18
quoiting	21	21
quoits	16	16
quokka	24	24
quokkas	25	25
quoll	17	17
quolls	18	18
quomodo	21	21
quomodos	22	22
quondam	22	22
quorate	17	17
quorum	20	20