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
laicized	22	22
laicizes	21	21
laicizing	25	25
laryngectomized	37	37
lateralization	26	26
lateralizations	27	27
lateralize	21	21
lateralized	23	23
lateralizes	22	22
lateralizing	26	26
laterization	23	23
laterizations	24	24
laterize	18	18
laterized	20	20
laterizes	19	19
laterizing	23	23
latinize	19	19
latinized	21	21
latinizes	20	20
latinizing	24	24
lazar	15	15
lazaret	17	17
lazarets	18	18
lazarette	19	19
lazarettes	20	20