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
squalled	21	21
squaller	20	20
squallers	21	21
squallier	21	21
squalliest	22	22
squalling	24	24
squalls	19	19
squally	21	21
squalor	18	18
squalors	19	19
squama	19	19
squamae	20	20
squamate	21	21
squamates	22	22
squamosal	23	23
squamosals	24	24
squamose	21	21
squamous	22	22
squamulose	25	25
squander	20	20
squandered	23	23
squanderer	22	22
squanderers	23	23
squandering	26	26
squanders	21	21