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
squilla	19	19
squillae	20	20
squillas	20	20
squills	19	19
squinch	23	23
squinched	26	26
squinches	25	25
squinching	29	29
squinnied	22	22
squinnier	21	21
squinnies	21	21
squinniest	22	22
squinny	21	21
squinnying	27	27
squint	17	17
squinted	20	20
squinter	19	19
squinters	20	20
squintest	20	20
squintier	20	20
squintiest	21	21
squinting	23	23
squintingly	28	28
squints	18	18
squinty	20	20