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
civilizations	31	31
civilize	25	25
civilized	27	27
civilizer	26	26
civilizers	27	27
civilizes	26	26
civilizing	30	30
classicize	26	26
classicized	28	28
classicizes	27	27
classicizing	31	31
clonazepam	30	30
clonazepams	31	31
clotrimazole	29	29
clotrimazoles	30	30
clozapine	26	26
clozapines	27	27
cloze	18	18
clozes	19	19
cocainization	30	30
cocainizations	31	31
cocainize	25	25
cocainized	27	27
cocainizes	26	26
cocainizing	30	30