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
parasitization	27	27
parasitizations	28	28
parasitize	22	22
parasitized	24	24
parasitizes	23	23
parasitizing	27	27
parazoan	21	21
parazoans	22	22
parenthesize	27	27
parenthesized	29	29
parenthesizes	28	28
parenthesizing	32	32
parfocalize	30	30
parfocalized	32	32
parfocalizes	31	31
parfocalizing	35	35
particularize	30	30
particularized	32	32
particularizes	31	31
particularizing	35	35
partizan	21	21
partizans	22	22
pasteurization	28	28
pasteurizations	29	29
pasteurize	23	23