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
outsized	19	19
outsizes	18	18
ouzel	16	16
ouzels	17	17
ouzo	14	14
ouzos	15	15
ovariectomized	34	34
overanalyze	28	28
overanalyzed	30	30
overanalyzes	29	29
overanalyzing	33	33
overcapitalize	34	34
overcapitalized	36	36
overcapitalizes	35	35
overcentralize	32	32
overcentralized	34	34
overcentralizes	33	33
overcivilized	35	35
overdramatize	30	30
overdramatized	32	32
overdramatizes	31	31
overdramatizing	35	35
overemphasize	34	34
overemphasized	36	36
overemphasizes	35	35