JERKY
/ˈdʒɝki/
5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, noun, verb
Definition of JERKY
Characterized by physical jerking.
Having the behavior of a jerk (unpleasant person).
Lean meat cured and preserved by cutting into thin strips and air-drying in the sun.
To cure and preserve (meat) by drying it, making jerky.
Word Details
Is JERKY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, JERKY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: JERKY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for JERKY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | j | e | r | k | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 8 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 19 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in JERKY
12 words from the letters in JERKY
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use JERKY in Word Games
JERKY is worth 19 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JERKY 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 JERKY to find 12 additional valid words.