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
decimalizing	32	32
decolonization	30	30
decolonizations	31	31
decolonize	25	25
decolonized	27	27
decolonizes	26	26
decolonizing	30	30
decolorization	29	29
decolorizations	30	30
decolorize	24	24
decolorized	26	26
decolorizer	25	25
decolorizers	26	26
decolorizes	25	25
decolorizing	29	29
decontextualize	38	38
decriminalize	31	31
decriminalized	33	33
decriminalizes	32	32
decriminalizing	36	36
defamiliarize	30	30
defamiliarized	32	32
defamiliarizes	31	31
defamiliarizing	35	35
defeminization	32	32