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
catechization	31	31
catechizations	32	32
catechize	26	26
catechized	28	28
catechizer	27	27
catechizers	28	28
catechizes	27	27
catechizing	31	31
categorization	29	29
categorizations	30	30
categorize	24	24
categorized	26	26
categorizes	25	25
categorizing	29	29
catheterization	30	30
catheterize	25	25
catheterized	27	27
catheterizes	26	26
catheterizing	30	30
cauterization	27	27
cauterizations	28	28
cauterize	22	22
cauterized	24	24
cauterizes	23	23
cauterizing	27	27