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JIHAD

16 pts

JIHAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. JIHAD means "a Muslim holy war".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a Muslim holy war

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Letter Values

J8
I1
H4
A1
D2
= 16

JIHAD Scrabble FAQ

Is JIHAD a Scrabble word?
JIHAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
How many points is JIHAD worth in Scrabble?
JIHAD is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept JIHAD?
JIHAD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to JIHAD?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes JIHADI, JIHADS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.