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
antiseizure	22	22
aphorize	22	22
aphorized	24	24
aphorizes	23	23
aphorizing	27	27
apoenzyme	27	27
apoenzymes	28	28
apologize	24	24
apologized	26	26
apologizer	25	25
apologizers	26	26
apologizes	25	25
apologizing	29	29
apostatize	22	22
apostatized	24	24
apostatizes	23	23
apostatizing	27	27
apostrophize	29	29
apostrophized	31	31
apostrophizes	30	30
apostrophizing	34	34
apotheosize	25	25
apotheosized	27	27
apotheosizes	26	26
apotheosizing	30	30