Words With Z
11,671 words containing "Z" for Scrabble, Words With Friends & word gamesfor Scrabblefor Words With Friends
Words Containing Z help you find the perfect word for word games, crossword puzzles, and vocabulary building.
Z ties with Q for the highest tile value at 10 points. ZA (11 pts) is one of the most useful two-letter words in competitive Scrabble, and single-Z words like ZAP (14 pts), ZONE (13 pts), and ZEAL (13 pts) score well without needing a blank. For more high-value tile tactics, check our rare letter strategy guide.
Knowing words containing Z is especially useful when you have this letter on your rack and need to build a word around it. Filter by word length or combine with starting or ending letters for more specific results. Got a tricky set of tiles? Enter your letters into the Jumble Solver to see every valid word.
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 539 words14 Letter Words
20 of 751 words13 Letter Words
20 of 965 words12 Letter Words
20 of 1,221 words11 Letter Words
20 of 1,492 words10 Letter Words
20 of 1,663 words9 Letter Words
20 of 1,509 words8 Letter Words
20 of 1,210 words7 Letter Words
20 of 1,007 words6 Letter Words
20 of 723 words5 Letter Words
20 of 388 words4 Letter Words
20 of 150 words3 Letter Words
20 of 50 words2 Letter Words
3 wordsHighest Scoring Words Containing Z in Scrabble in Words With Friends
The 10 highest-scoring words containing z, led by QUIZZIFICATIONS (47 pts in Scrabble, 50 pts in Words With Friends47 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 | QUIZZIFICATIONS | 47 pts | 50 pts |
| 2 | METHOXYBENZENES | 41 pts | 43 pts |
| 3 | NEBUCHADNEZZARS | 41 pts | 45 pts |
| 4 | OXYPHENBUTAZONE | 41 pts | 44 pts |
| 5 | SCHIZOAFFECTIVE | 40 pts | 42 pts |
| 6 | BENZODIAZEPINES | 38 pts | 42 pts |
| 7 | OBJECTIVIZATION | 38 pts | 44 pts |
| 8 | PSYCHOANALYZING | 38 pts | 41 pts |
| 9 | ZYGOPHYLLACEOUS | 38 pts | 41 pts |
| 10 | APOPHTHEGMATIZE | 37 pts | 39 pts |
ZA, Double-Z Words, and End-Game 10-Point Strategy
Z carries the joint-highest tile value at 10 points in both Scrabble and Words With FriendsScrabbleWords With Friends. The single most important Z word to know is ZA (11 pts), a valid Scrabble word meaning pizza. ZA lets you dump Z for 11 points minimum on any turn, and on a premium square it can reach 30+. Beyond ZA, words containing Z score well even without premium squares: ZONE (13 pts), ZERO (13 pts), ZEAL (13 pts), and ZAP (14 pts). If you hold both Z and a blank, double-Z words like JAZZ, FIZZ, and BUZZ become possible and deliver huge scores.
Z becomes especially important in the end game, when the tile bag is empty and players can see what's left. Holding Z late means your opponent knows you have it, so the pressure is on to play it before the final turns. A triple-word score with Z can swing the outcome of a close game by 30+ points. Common end-game Z plays include ZAP (14 pts), ZIT (12 pts), ZEN (12 pts), and ZONE (13 pts). Enter your remaining tiles into the Anagram Solver to find the highest-scoring Z play when you can't afford to waste a turn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many words contain the letter Z in Scrabble and Words With Friends?
There are 11,671 valid words containing Z in Scrabble (TWL/SOWPODS) and Words With Friends dictionaries. The letter Z is rare in English and is worth 10 points in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
What are the highest-scoring words containing Z?
The top-scoring word with Z is QUIZZIFICATIONS at 47 points. Since Z is a high-value tile, words containing it tend to score well even without premium square placement.
What short words containing Z are useful in word games?
Short words (2-4 letters) containing Z are essential for tight board positions. Since Z is worth 10 points, even short words with Z can score well. Look for 2-letter words containing Z to enable parallel plays.
Why search for words containing a specific letter?
When you have a specific tile on your rack, finding words that use it helps you play it effectively rather than exchanging it. This is especially important for high-value tiles like Z (10 pts) that you want to play for maximum points.
Can I filter these words further?
Yes! Use the filters above the list to add more filters: word length, starting letter, ending letter, or dictionary. For example, find 5-letter words containing Z for Wordle, or 7-letter words for potential Scrabble bingos. Extra filters stay on this page.
Are all words containing Z valid in every word game?
No. Different dictionaries accept different words. Use the dictionary filter to see which words containing Z are valid in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble International (SOWPODS), or Words With Friends.