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JAKES

5 letters · 2 syllables

J 8/10
A 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of JAKES

JAKES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is JAKES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

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

Letter Values for JAKES

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

Letter jakes Total
Scrabble 81511 16
WWF 101511 18

How to Use JAKES in Word Games

JAKES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JAKES 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 JAKES to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JAKES

What does JAKES mean?
JAKES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is JAKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JAKES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JAKES worth in Scrabble?
JAKES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from JAKES?
You can make 24 words from the letters in JAKES. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.