Words with the letter J

The letter J is one of the highest-scoring tiles in Scrabble, worth a hefty 8 points. Because of its rarity and high value, playing J effectively can be a game-changer. While it can be tricky to use due to fewer word options, knowing key short words like jo, ji, and jab is essential. These small, powerful words are perfect for tight board spaces and can deliver big points when placed on double or triple letter score tiles. Combining J with premium squares is often the best way to maximize its value, even with just two- or three-letter plays.

To get the most out of the letter J, look for opportunities to create or extend high-scoring words. Words like joke, jinx, jazz, and jump are great examples that can rack up major points when placed strategically. Keeping one or two vowels on your rack can increase the chances of making a playable J word. Since J is such a valuable tile, it’s often worth saving until you see the right opening on the board. With a bit of planning and a solid vocabulary, the letter J can give you a major scoring advantage in Scrabble.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
abject	21	21
abjection	25	25
abjections	26	26
abjectly	26	26
abjectness	26	26
abjuration	24	24
abjurations	25	25
abjure	19	19
abjured	21	21
abjurer	20	20
abjurers	21	21
abjures	20	20
abjuring	24	24
acajou	19	19
acajous	20	20
adjacencies	28	28
adjacency	28	28
adjacent	22	22
adjacently	27	27
adjectival	28	28
adjectivally	33	33
adjective	26	26
adjectively	31	31
adjectives	27	27
adjoin	17	17