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JAILS

/dʒeɪlz/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

J 8/10
A 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2
S 1/1

Definition of JAILS

noun

A place or institution for the confinement of persons held in lawful custody or detention, especially for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.

noun

Confinement in a jail.

noun

The condition created by the requirement that a horse claimed in a claiming race not be run at another track for some period of time (usually 30 days).

verb

To imprison.

Synonyms of JAILS

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Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is JAILS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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

Letter Values for JAILS

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

Letter jails Total
Scrabble 81111 12
WWF 101121 15

How to Use JAILS in Word Games

JAILS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JAILS 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 JAILS to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JAILS

What does JAILS mean?
JAILS is a noun. A place or institution for the confinement of persons held in lawful custody or detention, especially for minor offenses or with reference to some future judicial proceeding.
Is JAILS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JAILS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JAILS worth in Scrabble?
JAILS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from JAILS?
You can make 22 words from the letters in JAILS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of JAILS?
Synonyms of JAILS include: hoosegow, slammer, imprison, incarcerate. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.