5-letter words ending in Z

There are 29 5-letter words that end in Z. Fixing both the length and the final letter is a precise filter, which is why it shows up so often in Wordle strategy and crossword solving. Z is the flashiest ten-point tile, and even a two-letter z word can swing a game on the right square.

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Use ? or * for blank tiles. Shorter words are included too. Dictionary loads on your first search.

The full set is listed below with Scrabble points. Common examples include abuzz, assez, blitz, bortz and capiz. On the solver, set a length of 5 and an Ends filter of Z to see which of these your tiles can make.

Highest-scoring 5-letter words ending in z

WordScoreLength
pzazz345
whizz295
chizz285
frizz265
swizz265
abuzz255
scuzz255
squiz235
hafiz205
capiz185

5-letter words ending in Z (29)

Frequently asked questions

How many 5-letter words end in Z?

There are 29 words in our dictionary that are 5 letters long and end with Z.

Are these useful for Wordle?

Yes. If you have a green Z in the last position, this is your candidate list. Cross off words containing letters you have already ruled out.

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