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
journalizer	32	32
journalizers	33	33
journalizes	32	32
journalizing	36	36
kaizen	20	20
kaizens	21	21
kameez	22	22
kameezes	24	24
kamikaze	28	28
kamikazes	29	29
kanzu	20	20
kanzus	21	21
katzenjammer	41	41
katzenjammers	42	42
kazachki	30	30
kazachoc	29	29
kazachocs	30	30
kazachok	30	30
kazatski	25	25
kazatskies	27	27
kazatsky	27	27
kazillion	25	25
kazillions	26	26
kazoo	18	18
kazoos	19	19