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
squirrelfish	28	28
squirrelfishes	30	30
squirreling	25	25
squirrelled	24	24
squirrelling	27	27
squirrelly	24	24
squirrels	20	20
squirrely	22	22
squirt	16	16
squirted	19	19
squirter	18	18
squirters	19	19
squirting	22	22
squirts	17	17
squish	18	18
squished	21	21
squishes	20	20
squishier	21	21
squishiest	22	22
squishiness	24	24
squishing	24	24
squishy	21	21
squitters	19	19
squoosh	19	19
squooshed	22	22