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JINKS

/dʒɪŋks/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

J 8/10
I 1/1
N 1/2
K 5/5
S 1/1

Definition of JINKS

noun

A quick evasive turn.

verb

To make a quick evasive turn.

verb

To cause a vehicle to make a quick evasive turn.

verb

In the games of spoilfive and forty-five, to win the game by taking all five tricks; also, to attempt to win all five tricks, losing what has been already won if unsuccessful.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
19
points

Is JINKS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

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

Letter Values for JINKS

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

Letter jinks Total
Scrabble 81151 16
WWF 101251 19

How to Use JINKS in Word Games

JINKS is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, JINKS 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 JINKS to find 20 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JINKS

What does JINKS mean?
JINKS is a noun. A quick evasive turn.
Is JINKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JINKS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JINKS worth in Scrabble?
JINKS is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from JINKS?
You can make 20 words from the letters in JINKS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.