q-u-i-c-h-e
QUICHE A word used in Scrabble and other word games.
20
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
QUICHE is a valid word in Scrabble and other word games. This word can earn you valuable points due to its letter composition.
The etymology of QUICHE varies based on its origin and usage in the English language.
•The Q (10 points) in QUICHE makes it particularly valuable
•High-value letters should be saved for double or triple letter score squares when possible
•QUICHE can be a game-winning play when used strategically
•The world's largest quiche weighed 274 kg and was made in Paris in 1997 with 2,000 eggs
""I played QUICHE on a triple word score and earned a huge number of points.""
""QUICHE is one of those words that can really boost your score in word games.""
"The cafe's daily quiche special sold out within an hour of opening."
"For the potluck, he brought individual quiche cups that were perfect finger food."
Total base points: 20 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 3 | Consonants: 3
QUICHE efficiently uses the challenging Q (10 points) with its required U companion. With additional high-value letters C (3) and H (4), it totals 20 base points – excellent for a 6-letter word.
Place the Q on a double or triple letter score to maximize points. The word works well for using up a difficult Q while scoring substantial points. Consider positioning to create multiple two-letter words.
QUICHE becomes QUICHES for a plural. The -CHE ending is less common, making it harder for opponents to build off your word. This defensive quality adds strategic value.
Practice unscrambling letters to find more high-scoring words like QUICHE