Jackknife
Yes, jackknife is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 29 points in Scrabble.
What does jackknife mean?
noun
- a large knife with one or more folding blades
- a dive in which the diver bends to touch the ankles before straightening out
verb
- dive into the water bending the body at the waist at a right angle, like a jackknife
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 29 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of jackknife
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters JACKKNIFE.
Words you can make from jackknife
Frequently asked questions
Is jackknife a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Jackknife is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is jackknife worth in Scrabble?
Jackknife is worth 29 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does jackknife mean?
Jackknife means: a large knife with one or more folding blades.