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
popularization	32	32
popularizations	33	33
popularize	27	27
popularized	29	29
popularizer	28	28
popularizers	29	29
popularizes	28	28
popularizing	32	32
porcelainize	29	29
porcelainized	31	31
porcelainizes	30	30
porcelainizing	34	34
postfreeze	25	25
potzer	18	18
potzers	19	19
pozole	19	19
pozoles	20	20
pozzolan	31	31
pozzolana	32	32
pozzolanas	33	33
pozzolanic	36	36
pozzolans	32	32
prefrozen	25	25
pressurization	28	28
pressurizations	29	29