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.

---

Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
megahertz	25	25
megahertzes	27	27
melanization	27	27
melanizations	28	28
melanize	22	22
melanized	24	24
melanizes	23	23
melanizing	27	27
melodize	22	22
melodized	24	24
melodizer	23	23
melodizers	24	24
melodizes	23	23
melodizing	27	27
melodramatize	30	30
melodramatized	32	32
melodramatizes	31	31
melodramatizing	35	35
memorialization	32	32
memorialize	27	27
memorialized	29	29
memorializes	28	28
memorializing	32	32
memorizable	30	30
memorization	28	28