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
pirozhki	26	26
pirozhok	26	26
pizazz	36	36
pizazzes	38	38
pizazzy	39	39
pizza	26	26
pizzalike	35	35
pizzas	27	27
pizzaz	36	36
pizzazes	38	38
pizzazz	46	46
pizzazzes	48	48
pizzazzy	49	49
pizzelle	31	31
pizzelles	32	32
pizzeria	29	29
pizzerias	30	30
pizzicati	33	33
pizzicato	33	33
pizzle	28	28
pizzles	29	29
plagiarize	25	25
plagiarized	27	27
plagiarizer	26	26
plagiarizers	27	27