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JACKAL

/ˈdʒækəl/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

J 8/10
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5
A 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of JACKAL

noun

Any of certain wild canids of the genus Canis, native to the tropical Old World and smaller than a wolf.

noun

A person who performs menial/routine tasks, a dogsbody.

noun

A person who behaves in an opportunistic way; especially a base collaborator.

verb

To perform menial or routine tasks

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
19
points
WWF
23
points

Is JACKAL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 19 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 19 pts Words With Friends — 23 pts

Tip: JACKAL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for JACKAL

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

Letter jackal Total
Scrabble 813511 19
WWF 1014512 23

How to Use JACKAL in Word Games

JACKAL is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, JACKAL 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 JACKAL to find 16 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JACKAL

What does JACKAL mean?
JACKAL is a noun. Any of certain wild canids of the genus Canis, native to the tropical Old World and smaller than a wolf.
Is JACKAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JACKAL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 19 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JACKAL worth in Scrabble?
JACKAL is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from JACKAL?
You can make 16 words from the letters in JACKAL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.