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
sobriquet	22	22
sobriquets	23	23
soliloquies	23	23
soliloquise	23	23
soliloquised	25	25
soliloquises	24	24
soliloquising	28	28
soliloquist	23	23
soliloquists	24	24
soliloquize	32	32
soliloquized	34	34
soliloquizer	33	33
soliloquizers	34	34
soliloquizes	33	33
soliloquizing	37	37
soliloquy	23	23
soliquid	20	20
soliquids	21	21
soubriquet	24	24
soubriquets	25	25
squab	18	18
squabbier	25	25
squabbiest	26	26
squabble	25	25
squabbled	27	27