Words Ending In Z
174 words ending with "Z" for Scrabble, Words With Friends & word gamesfor Scrabblefor Words With Friends
Words Ending In Z help you find the perfect word for word games, crossword puzzles, and vocabulary building.
Z is one of the rarest ending letters but worth 10 points. JAZZ, BUZZ, FIZZ, QUIZ, and WALTZ are the most commonly known Z-ending words. For more high-value tile tactics, see our Q without U guide.
Use this list to find rhyming words, solve crossword clues, or discover new words ending with Z for your next word game. You can filter by length, starting letter, or dictionary to narrow down results. Need to find a word from jumbled letters? Enter your tiles into the Jumble Solver to see all valid options.
Words containing Z (10 pts) can score big in ScrabbleScrabbleWords With Friends. Place these high-value letters on double or triple letter squares for maximum points.
All words are verified against Scrabble (TWL and SOWPODS) and Words With Friends dictionariesthe tournament-standard Scrabble dictionary (TWL/SOWPODS)the Words With Friends dictionary. Use the dictionary filter above the list to narrow results to your preferred game.
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20 of 28 words6 Letter Words
20 of 25 words5 Letter Words
20 of 32 words4 Letter Words
20 of 42 words3 Letter Words
20 of 27 wordsHighest Scoring Words Ending In Z in Scrabble in Words With Friends
The 10 highest-scoring words ending in z, led by RAZZAMATAZZ (49 pts in Scrabble, 50 pts in Words With Friends49 pts in Scrabble50 pts in Words With Friends). High-value words like these can dominate premium squares and swing close games in your favor.
| # | Word | Scrabble | WWF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RAZZAMATAZZ | 49 pts | 50 pts |
| 2 | WELTSCHMERZ | 30 pts | 32 pts |
| 3 | RAZZMATAZZ | 48 pts | 49 pts |
| 4 | KRUMMHOLZ | 29 pts | 32 pts |
| 5 | KILOHERTZ | 25 pts | 25 pts |
| 6 | MEGAHERTZ | 24 pts | 25 pts |
| 7 | SLIVOVITZ | 24 pts | 27 pts |
| 8 | SLIVOWITZ | 24 pts | 26 pts |
| 9 | GIGAHERTZ | 23 pts | 24 pts |
| 10 | PETAHERTZ | 23 pts | 23 pts |
Z Endings: 10-Point Tiles and Triple-Letter Jackpots
Z is worth 10 points in both Scrabble and Words With Friends10 points in Scrabble10 points in Words With Friends, tied with Q for the highest tile value in the game. Placing Z at the end of a word puts all 10 of those points in a position that can land on a letter multiplier. Z on a triple-letter square earns 30 points from a single tile, before you even count the rest of the word. That's why competitive players actively hunt for Z-ending opportunities whenever the Z tile hits their rack. Words like QUIZ (22 pts), WALTZ (17 pts), BLITZ (16 pts), JAZZ (29 pts), FIZZ (25 pts), and TOPAZ (16 pts) are all strong plays, and the shorter ones fit into tight board positions where longer words can't reach.
Memorize the essential short Z-ending words: BIZ (14 pts), FEZ (15 pts), FIZ (15 pts), WIZ (15 pts), ADZ (13 pts), and COZ (14 pts). These 3-letter words are your best tools for playing Z in a tight spot. Double-Z endings like JAZZ, FIZZ, BUZZ, and FUZZ score enormous points because they stack two high-value tiles. You won't always have both Z tiles available (there's only 1 Z in the bag, so double-Z words require a blank), but JAZZ and FIZZ with a blank still earn massive scores. Our blank tile strategy guide explains when it's worth using a blank for double-Z words versus saving it for a bingo. A well-placed Z play can single-handedly swing a close game. For similar tactics with another 10-point tile, read our guide to Q without U words, and check the bingo strategies article for ways to pair rare tiles with longer plays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words end with Z in Scrabble and Words With Friends?
There are 174 valid words ending with Z in Scrabble (TWL/SOWPODS) and Words With Friends dictionaries. The letter Z is rare, found in words like JAZZ, BUZZ, QUIZ, WALTZ.
What are the highest-scoring words ending in Z?
The top-scoring word ending in Z is RAZZAMATAZZ at 49 points in Scrabble and Words With Friends. Use the default sort to see more high-scoring options.
Why are words ending in Z useful for word games?
Knowing words by their ending letter is valuable for "hooking", which means extending existing words on the board by adding letters. If a word on the board ends near an open area, you can build perpendicularly from that ending. Words ending in Z are also useful for crossword solving when you know the last letter.
Are words ending in Z useful for rhyming?
Yes! Words sharing the same ending letter often rhyme or near-rhyme, making this list helpful for poetry, songwriting, and rhyming word games. Filter by word length to find rhyming words with the same syllable count.
Can I find words ending in Z with a specific length?
Yes. Use the length filter above the list to narrow results to a specific word length. For example, filter to 5 letters to find Wordle-compatible words ending in Z, or 7 letters for potential bingo plays.
Are all words ending in Z valid in every dictionary?
No. Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble International (SOWPODS), and Words With Friends each have different accepted word lists. Some words ending in Z may be valid in one dictionary but not another. Use the dictionary filter above the list to check validity for your specific game.