JELLY
/ˈd͡ʒɛl.i/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of JELLY
An explosive mixture of nitroglycerine and nitrate absorbed onto a base of wood pulp.
A dessert made by boiling gelatine, sugar and some flavouring (often derived from fruit) and allowing it to set, known as "jello" in North America.
A clear or translucent fruit preserve, made from fruit juice and set using either naturally occurring, or added, pectin. Known as "jam" in Commonwealth English.
A savoury substance, derived from meat, that has the same texture as the dessert.
To wiggle like jelly.
To make jelly.
A coconut with soft or gelatinous meat inside as well as the meat itself (which is of regular quality if the coconut is immature)
Jealous.
Word Details
Is JELLY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, JELLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: JELLY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for JELLY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | j | e | l | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in JELLY
7 words from the letters in JELLY
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use JELLY in Word Games
JELLY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JELLY 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 JELLY to find 7 additional valid words.