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
dozily	19	19
doziness	19	19
dozinesses	21	21
dozing	19	19
dozy	16	16
dramatizable	29	29
dramatization	27	27
dramatizations	28	28
dramatize	22	22
dramatized	24	24
dramatizes	23	23
dramatizing	27	27
drizzle	27	27
drizzled	29	29
drizzles	28	28
drizzlier	29	29
drizzliest	30	30
drizzling	32	32
drizzlingly	37	37
drizzly	29	29
dualize	19	19
dualized	21	21
dualizes	20	20
dualizing	24	24
dumbsize	25	25