Jail
Yes, jail is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does jail mean?
noun
- a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)
verb
- lock up or confine, in or as in a jail
The suspects were imprisoned without trial
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for jail
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of jail
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters JAIL.
Words you can make from jail
Frequently asked questions
Is jail a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Jail 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 jail worth in Scrabble?
Jail is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does jail mean?
Jail means: a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence).