Words with the letter Z

The letter Z is one of the highest-scoring tiles in Scrabble, worth 10 points, making it a valuable asset when used correctly. Although it appears less frequently in English words, the letter Z can dramatically boost your score, especially when placed on double or triple letter and word score squares. Short words like za, zo, and zip are essential to know for quick plays, helping you use the Z tile even in tight spots. Mastering these short Z words can give you a strategic edge and help avoid getting stuck with the tile.

To effectively use the letter Z, focus on longer words such as buzz, fizz, zebra, or zone that can yield high points when combined with premium squares. Z often appears at the beginning or end of words, making it useful for hooking onto existing words and maximizing scoring opportunities. Being familiar with a broad range of Z words and playing patiently until the right moment can turn this challenging letter into a game-changing move. With smart placement and vocabulary knowledge, the letter Z can help you dominate the Scrabble board.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
ablaze	19	19
absolutize	24	24
absolutized	26	26
absolutizes	25	25
absolutizing	29	29
abuzz	27	27
accessorize	26	26
accessorized	28	28
accessorizes	27	27
accessorizing	31	31
acclimatization	35	35
acclimatize	30	30
acclimatized	32	32
acclimatizer	31	31
acclimatizers	32	32
acclimatizes	31	31
acclimatizing	35	35
acetazolamide	30	30
acetazolamides	31	31
achromatize	28	28
achromatized	30	30
achromatizes	29	29
achromatizing	33	33
activize	24	24
activized	26	26