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
turquoises	21	21
ubique	20	20
ubiquities	24	24
ubiquitous	25	25
ubiquitously	30	30
ubiquitousness	30	30
ubiquity	24	24
ultraquiet	22	22
umiaq	18	18
umiaqs	19	19
unacquainted	29	29
unconquerable	33	33
unconquerably	35	35
unconquered	28	28
unequal	20	20
unequaled	23	23
unequalled	25	25
unequally	25	25
unequals	21	21
unequivocably	38	38
unequivocal	31	31
unequivocally	36	36
unfrequented	29	29
unique	18	18
uniquely	23	23