9 Letter Words That Start With Z
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About 9-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 65 valid 9-letter words that start with Z, a focused, medium-sized list. Nine-letter plays require two anchor letters from the board, but the same 50-point bingo bonus applies when you find one.
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Highest-Scoring 9-Letter Words Starting With Z
Ranked by Scrabble tile value, before premium-square multipliers or bonuses.
| Word | Scrabble Points |
|---|---|
| zigzagged | 31 |
| zwiebacks | 29 |
| zabajones | 27 |
| zarzuelas | 27 |
| zikkurats | 26 |
65 total 9-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. ZIGZAGGED is a high-value example worth having ready.
See also: 9 Letter Words That End With Z.