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Is ZAP a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ZAP is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 14 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does ZAP mean?

  1. noun

    a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact

    “they gave it another zap of radiation”

  2. verb

    strike suddenly and with force

    “This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes”

  3. verb

    kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting

    “in this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens”

  4. verb

    strike at with firepower or bombs

    “zap the enemy”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

14

Scrabble

15

Words With Friends

3

Letters

Z (10) + A (1) + P (3) = 14 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for ZAP

Single letters that turn ZAP into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Words you can make from ZAP

The 2 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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