Words With Q and No U Valid in WordSalvo

These 112 words contain a Q without a following U and are valid in WordSalvo. They are the lifeline for a rack stuck with a Q and no U — knowing them turns a liability into points. All are drawn from WordSalvo’s go-live dictionary.

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Word list from WordSalvo’s go-live English dictionary, 284,000 words, updated 2026-06-14.

Frequently asked questions

Why are Q-without-U words important?
The Q is worth a lot of points but useless if you can’t place it. These words let you play it without a U.
Are these valid in WordSalvo specifically?
Yes — every word here is in WordSalvo’s shipping dictionary.
Which is the most useful one?
For most players it’s "qi" — short, high-scoring, and easy to hook onto the board.

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Words With Q and No U in WordSalvo