In Scrabble, the letter ‘Q’ is the definition of “a blessing and a curse.” While Q is worth a hefty 10 points in Scrabble – the most of any letter – it’s very hard to use. That difficulty is doubled when you have to play Q without a U or play Q at the end of the word. But rest assured, if you’ve got a Q jammed up against the side of the board, you’ve still got options. Here are a few words you can play that end with Q to get you plenty of points in your next game – as well as impress your opponent.
- Suq
This word is a variant of souk, or an open-air market in North Africa or the Middle East. Unlike many of the other options on this list, it does require a ‘U.’ But because it’s so short, odds are you’ll be able to find the letters to play this term.
- Cinq
This alternate spelling of cinque means the cardinal number 5. This word isn’t valid in SOWPODS, but it is considered good in most other Scrabble dictionaries.
- Talaq
This word means a form of Islamic divorce. Fun fact: it’s one of scrabble champion Craig Beevers’ favorite Scrabble terms.
- Tranq
One of the few words on this list you’ll probably recognize, tranq is an abbreviation for tranquilize. That means “to use a drug to cause someone to become very relaxed and calm.”
- Umiaq
This word is an alternative spelling of umiak, meaning a large, open boat made of skins stretched over a wooden frame.
- Kamotiq
This word means “a vehicle having runners and used for carrying people or loads over ice or snow.” In other words, it’s a sled. This term is acceptable to play in most Scrabble dictionaries.
- Tsaddiq
Also spelled tsaddik or tzaddiq, this word means “a very righteous person, especially a Hassidic spiritual leader.”
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