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
tranquilest	23	23
tranquilities	25	25
tranquility	25	25
tranquilize	32	32
tranquilized	34	34
tranquilizer	33	33
tranquilizers	34	34
tranquilizes	33	33
tranquilizing	37	37
tranquiller	24	24
tranquillest	25	25
tranquillities	27	27
tranquillity	27	27
tranquillize	34	34
tranquillized	36	36
tranquillizer	35	35
tranquillizers	36	36
tranquillizes	35	35
tranquillizing	39	39
tranquilly	25	25
tranquilness	25	25
tuque	16	16
tuques	17	17
turquois	19	19
turquoise	20	20