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JAPES

5 letters · 2 syllables

J 8/10
A 1/1
P 3/4
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of JAPES

JAPES is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 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
14
points
WWF
17
points

Is JAPES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

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

Letter Values for JAPES

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

Letter japes Total
Scrabble 81311 14
WWF 101411 17

Anagrams of JAPES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use JAPES in Word Games

JAPES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JAPES 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 JAPES to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JAPES

What does JAPES mean?
JAPES is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is JAPES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JAPES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JAPES worth in Scrabble?
JAPES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from JAPES?
You can make 29 words from the letters in JAPES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of JAPES?
The anagrams of JAPES (words using the exact same letters) are: JASPE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.