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Updated June 2026
the seventh letter of the Hebrew alphabet
“The zayin was inscribed with careful precision by the scribe”
za·yin
"Zayin" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter Z.
"Zayin" is worth 17 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile Z — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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