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ZESTY

5 letters · 2 syllables

Z 10/10
E 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of ZESTY

ZESTY is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
16
points

Is ZESTY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ZESTY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: ZESTY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ZESTY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter zesty Total
Scrabble 101114 17
WWF 101113 16

How to Use ZESTY in Word Games

ZESTY is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ZESTY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ZESTY to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ZESTY

What does ZESTY mean?
ZESTY is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is ZESTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ZESTY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ZESTY worth in Scrabble?
ZESTY is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ZESTY?
You can make 22 words from the letters in ZESTY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.