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
squooshes	21	21
squooshier	22	22
squooshiest	23	23
squooshing	25	25
squooshy	22	22
squush	19	19
squushed	22	22
squushes	21	21
squushing	25	25
statuesque	21	21
statuesquely	26	26
subaquatic	27	27
subaqueous	25	25
subsequence	29	29
subsequences	30	30
subsequent	25	25
subsequently	30	30
superquality	29	29
suq	13	13
suqs	14	14
taqueria	18	18
taquerias	19	19
technique	25	25
techniques	26	26
tequila	18	18