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JITNEY

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

J 8/10
I 1/1
T 1/1
N 1/2
E 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of JITNEY

noun

A small bus or minibus which typically operates service on a fixed route, sometimes scheduled.

noun

An unlicensed taxi cab.

noun

A shared-ride taxi.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is JITNEY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Tip: JITNEY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for JITNEY

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

Letter jitney Total
Scrabble 811114 16
WWF 1011213 18

How to Use JITNEY in Word Games

JITNEY is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, JITNEY 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 JITNEY to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JITNEY

What does JITNEY mean?
JITNEY is a noun. A small bus or minibus which typically operates service on a fixed route, sometimes scheduled.
Is JITNEY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JITNEY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JITNEY worth in Scrabble?
JITNEY is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from JITNEY?
You can make 29 words from the letters in JITNEY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.