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Five-Letter Words Containing Q

137 words

Explore our curated collection of 137 five-letter words that contain Q. Notable entries include "aequi" and "antiq" and "aquae". The letter Q carries 10 Scrabble points, making these words particularly valuable in competitive play.

Updated June 2026

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Word lists are curated for the Word Challenge game and may not include every word in a standard dictionary.

Tips for Using These Words

  • Wordle: Confirmed Q is somewhere in the word? There are 137 five-letter words containing Q. Use strategic guesses to pin down its exact position.
  • Scrabble: Words containing Q are valuable in Scrabble — the Q tile is worth 10 points. Look for words that place it on premium squares for maximum impact.
  • Crosswords: Use the word list to find answers that fit your clue pattern. Words containing Q are common in crossword construction.

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Highest Scoring Words in Scrabble

Base tile values only — board multipliers not included.

RankWordScore
1squiz23
2zaque23
3zoque23
4jiqui21
5quaky21
6quawk21
7quack20
8quaff20
9quick20
10qophs19

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many five-letter words containing Q are there?
There are 137 five-letter words containing the letter Q in the Word Challenge word list — a small but useful collection for this word length. Examples include aequi, antiq, aquae, aquas, caque.
How can I use five-letter words containing Q in Wordle?
When you've confirmed that Q is somewhere in the word, use this list to find valid guesses. Focus on words with common letters like E, A, R, S, and T to maximise your chances. Good starting guesses from this list include aequi and antiq.
Are these five-letter words valid in Scrabble?
The 137 five-letter words containing the letter Q on this page come from the Word Challenge word list and are suitable for Scrabble, Wordle, and other word games. The letter Q is worth 10 points in Scrabble. They can be played directly or used to extend existing words on the board.
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