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JIHAD

5 letters · 2 syllables

J 8/10
I 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of JIHAD

JIHAD is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 16 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
16
points
WWF
17
points

Is JIHAD a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

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

Letter Values for JIHAD

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

Letter jihad Total
Scrabble 81412 16
WWF 101312 17

Anagrams of JIHAD

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use JIHAD in Word Games

JIHAD is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JIHAD 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 JIHAD to find 16 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JIHAD

What does JIHAD mean?
JIHAD is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is JIHAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JIHAD is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JIHAD worth in Scrabble?
JIHAD is worth 16 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 JIHAD?
You can make 16 words from the letters in JIHAD. 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 JIHAD?
The anagrams of JIHAD (words using the exact same letters) are: HADJI. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.