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
squat	15	15
squatly	20	20
squatness	20	20
squatnesses	22	22
squats	16	16
squatted	19	19
squatter	18	18
squattered	21	21
squattering	24	24
squatters	19	19
squattest	19	19
squattier	19	19
squattiest	20	20
squatting	22	22
squatty	19	19
squawbush	28	28
squawbushes	30	30
squawfish	27	27
squawfishes	29	29
squawk	23	23
squawked	26	26
squawker	25	25
squawkers	26	26
squawking	29	29
squawks	24	24