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JARS

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

J 8/10
A 1/1
R 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of JARS

noun

An earthenware container, either with two or no handles, for holding oil, water, wine, etc., or used for burial.

noun

A small, approximately cylindrical container, normally made of clay or glass, for holding fruit, preserves, etc., or for ornamental purposes.

noun

A jar and its contents; as much as fills such a container; a jarful.

verb

To preserve (food) in a jar.

noun

A clashing or discordant set of sounds, particularly with a quivering or vibrating quality.

noun

A quivering or vibrating movement or sensation resulting from something being shaken or struck.

noun

(by extension) A sense of alarm or dismay.

verb

To knock, shake, or strike sharply, especially causing a quivering or vibrating movement.

"He hit it with a hammer, hoping he could jar it loose."

Synonyms of JARS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of JARS in a Sentence

  • "He hit it with a hammer, hoping he could jar it loose."
  • "I think the accident jarred him, as he hasn’t got back in a car since."

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
13
points

Is JARS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Tip: Short words like JARS are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for JARS

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

Letter jars Total
Scrabble 8111 11
WWF 10111 13

How to Use JARS in Word Games

JARS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: JARS is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble JARS to find 10 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JARS

What does JARS mean?
JARS is a noun. An earthenware container, either with two or no handles, for holding oil, water, wine, etc., or used for burial.
Is JARS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JARS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JARS worth in Scrabble?
JARS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from JARS?
You can make 10 words from the letters in JARS. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of JARS?
Synonyms of JARS include: cruse, pot, bottle, jolt. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.