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
terzetto	17	17
terzettos	18	18
tetanization	23	23
tetanize	18	18
tetanized	20	20
tetanizes	19	19
tetanizing	23	23
tetrazolium	25	25
tetrazoliums	26	26
tetrazzini	29	29
teutonize	20	20
teutonized	22	22
teutonizes	21	21
teutonizing	25	25
textualization	33	33
textualize	28	28
textualized	30	30
textualizes	29	29
textualizing	33	33
texturize	26	26
texturized	28	28
texturizes	27	27
texturizing	31	31
theatricalize	28	28
theatricalized	30	30