8 Letter Words That Start With Z
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About 8-Letter Words Starting With Z
There are 91 valid 8-letter words that start with Z in our dictionary. 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. Eight-letter bingos earn the same 50-point bonus as seven-letter plays and often reach further into premium-square territory.
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Highest-Scoring 8-Letter Words Starting With Z
Ranked by Scrabble tile value, before premium-square multipliers or bonuses.
| Word | Scrabble Points |
|---|---|
| zyzzyvas | 44 |
| zizzling | 36 |
| zwieback | 28 |
| zabajone | 26 |
| zarzuela | 26 |
91 total 8-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. ZYZZYVAS is a high-value example worth having ready.
See also: 8 Letter Words That End With Z.