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
benzoquinones	38	38
bequeath	23	23
bequeathal	26	26
bequeathals	27	27
bequeathed	26	26
bequeathing	29	29
bequeaths	24	24
bequest	20	20
bequests	21	21
bezique	29	29
beziques	30	30
bioequivalence	36	36
bioequivalences	37	37
bioequivalent	32	32
biquadratic	28	28
bisque	19	19
bisques	20	20
biunique	23	23
biuniqueness	28	28
blanquette	25	25
blanquettes	26	26
bosque	19	19
bosques	20	20
bosquet	20	20
bosquets	21	21