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GENET

/ˈdʒɛn.ɪt/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

G 2/3
E 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of GENET

noun

Any of several Old World nocturnal, carnivorous mammals, of the genus Genetta in the family Viverridae, most of which have a spotted coat and a long, ringed tail.

noun

The fur of this mammal, or any skin dressed in imitation of it.

noun

A group of genetically identical individuals (plants, fungi, bacteria etc.) that have grown in a given location, all originating from asexual reproduction of a single ancestor; a group of ramets.

noun

A small-sized, well-proportioned, Spanish horse; a jennet.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is GENET a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for GENET

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

Letter genet Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31211 8

Anagrams of GENET

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use GENET in Word Games

GENET is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GENET 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 GENET to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GENET

What does GENET mean?
GENET is a noun. Any of several Old World nocturnal, carnivorous mammals, of the genus Genetta in the family Viverridae, most of which have a spotted coat and a long, ringed tail.
Is GENET a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GENET is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GENET worth in Scrabble?
GENET is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GENET?
You can make 23 words from the letters in GENET. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of GENET?
The anagrams of GENET (words using the exact same letters) are: TENGE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.