Would you count "zoot" as a scrabble word?

Question

Would you count "zoot" as a scrabble word?

Answer 1

zoot is not a word. it's often thought of as being a word, i.e., zoot suit, but it isn't.

Answer 2

I would not sorry that sounds like a word I would put on the board! LOL websters pairs it with suit zootsuit try that word next!

Answer 3

It is not in the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary, so no.

But here is a surprise, the word ZOOTY, and its variants ZOOTIER ans ZOOTIESTm are in it, so, according to the OSPD, those words can be used.

Here is something else to think about;

The rules do not actually disallow playing phony words,  It is the opponent;s choice to challenge or not,

If your opponent plays a word you know is wrong, look at it before challenging it off the board,

For example;

You have the letters  I R C O N A S on you rack. and you opponent does play ZOOT.  You may be able to use that Z to play ZIRCONIAS, that scores 20 points BEFORE any premiums Plus the 50 point bonus for using all your tile.  At least 70points! A very fine play.

Answer 4

"Zoot" is not listed in the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary, so by the rules, it cannot be used.

In an informal game, house rules apply.  :D

Answer 5

It would depend on the letter I have in my tray and the lay of the board. I might be able to make a good score if I allow it.

Answer 6

I'm going to say no, because in the dictionary "zoot" is not an entry, although "zoot suit" is.

Answer 7

zoot is not a word

Answer 8

is zoot a word? well i wouldnt cuz its not a word