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
optimizer	24	24
optimizers	25	25
optimizes	24	24
optimizing	28	28
organizable	27	27
organization	25	25
organizational	28	28
organizations	26	26
organize	20	20
organized	22	22
organizer	21	21
organizers	22	22
organizes	21	21
organizing	25	25
organza	19	19
organzas	20	20
organzine	22	22
organzines	23	23
orientalization	27	27
orientalize	22	22
orientalized	24	24
orientalizes	23	23
orientalizing	27	27
orthogonalize	28	28
orthogonalized	30	30