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JOISTS

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

J 8/10
O 1/1
I 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of JOISTS

noun

A piece of timber laid horizontally, or nearly so, to which the planks of the floor, or the laths or furring strips of a ceiling, are nailed.

verb

To fit or furnish with joists.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
15
points

Is JOISTS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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

Letter Values for JOISTS

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

Letter joists Total
Scrabble 811111 13
WWF 1011111 15

How to Use JOISTS in Word Games

JOISTS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, JOISTS 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 JOISTS to find 31 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JOISTS

What does JOISTS mean?
JOISTS is a noun. A piece of timber laid horizontally, or nearly so, to which the planks of the floor, or the laths or furring strips of a ceiling, are nailed.
Is JOISTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JOISTS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JOISTS worth in Scrabble?
JOISTS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from JOISTS?
You can make 31 words from the letters in JOISTS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.