JAILS
/dʒeɪlz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of JAILS
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.
Confinement in a jail.
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).
To imprison.
Word Details
Is JAILS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, JAILS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | j | a | i | l | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in JAILS
22 words from the letters in JAILS
3-letter words
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.