GINGER
/ˈdʒɪndʒə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of GINGER
The pungent aromatic rhizome of a tropical Asian herb, Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and acarminative.
The plant that produces this rhizome.
Other species belonging to the same family, Zingiberaceae, especially those of the genus Zingiber
To add ginger to.
To enliven, to spice (up).
To apply ginger to the anus of a horse to encourage it to carry its tail high and move in a lively fashion.
(of hair) Of a reddish-brown colour.
To move gingerly, very careful and cautious.
Word Details
Is GINGER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GINGER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GINGER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GINGER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | i | n | g | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GINGER
36 words from the letters in GINGER
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How to Use GINGER in Word Games
GINGER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GINGER 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 GINGER to find 36 additional valid words.