4 Letter Words That Start With Z
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About 4-Letter Words Starting With Z
Z is one of the rarest and highest-scoring tiles in Scrabble. Every word in this list is worth knowing, because they turn an awkward Z tile into a game-changing board play. This collection covers 33 valid 4-letter words that start with Z, a focused, medium-sized list. Four-letter words are the workhorses of competitive word play, versatile enough to hook onto almost any board position.
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Highest-Scoring 4-Letter Words Starting With Z
Ranked by Scrabble tile value, before premium-square multipliers or bonuses.
| Word | Scrabble Points |
|---|---|
| zyme | 18 |
| zeks | 17 |
| zerk | 17 |
| zonk | 17 |
| zuke | 17 |
33 total 4-letter words starting with Z in our dictionary.
Premium square placement
Because Z carries a high tile point value, placing it on a Double or Triple Letter square multiplies your scoring return dramatically. Look for open multiplier squares before committing your Z tile. ZYME is a high-value example worth having ready.
See also: 4 Letter Words That End With Z.