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
externalize	29	29
externalized	31	31
externalizes	30	30
externalizing	34	34
extravaganza	35	35
extravaganzas	36	36
factorization	29	29
factorizations	30	30
factorize	24	24
factorized	26	26
factorizes	25	25
factorizing	29	29
familiarization	32	32
familiarize	27	27
familiarized	29	29
familiarizes	28	28
familiarizing	32	32
fanaticize	26	26
fanaticized	28	28
fanaticizes	27	27
fanaticizing	31	31
fantasize	22	22
fantasized	24	24
fantasizer	23	23
fantasizers	24	24