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
overemphasizing	39	39
overfertilize	30	30
overfertilized	32	32
overfertilizes	31	31
overfertilizing	35	35
overgeneralize	31	31
overgeneralized	33	33
overgeneralizes	32	32
overglamorize	32	32
overglamorized	34	34
overglamorizes	33	33
overglamorizing	37	37
overglaze	25	25
overglazes	26	26
overgraze	24	24
overgrazed	26	26
overgrazes	25	25
overgrazing	29	29
overhomogenize	35	35
overhomogenized	37	37
overhomogenizes	36	36
overidealize	27	27
overidealized	29	29
overidealizes	28	28
overidealizing	32	32