JINX
18
Definition
Pronunciation: //d͡ʒɪŋks//
verb
- (transitive) To cast a spell on.
- (transitive) To bring bad luck to.
- (transitive) To cause something to happen by mentioning it, usually sarcastically."“So you'll all be near New York!” Maggie says. “We don't know for sure yet.” Sara stresses. “Don't jinx it.”"
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 4 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 18 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 21 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- No
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'JINX'?
The word JINX is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
J8
I1
N1
X8
Total: 18 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'JINX'?
The word JINX is worth 21 points in Words With Friends.
J10
I1
N2
X8
Total: 21 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.