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
suboptimizing	35	35
suborganization	32	32
subsidization	28	28
subsidizations	29	29
subsidize	23	23
subsidized	25	25
subsidizer	24	24
subsidizers	25	25
subsidizes	24	24
subsidizing	28	28
subspecialize	33	33
subspecialized	35	35
subspecializes	34	34
subspecializing	38	38
substantivize	31	31
substantivized	33	33
substantivizes	32	32
substantivizing	36	36
subtilization	28	28
subtilizations	29	29
subtilize	23	23
subtilized	25	25
subtilizes	24	24
subtilizing	28	28
suburbanization	34	34