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Is JIGSAW a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, JIGSAW is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 17 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does JIGSAW mean?

  1. noun

    a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut

  2. noun

    fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

17

Scrabble

20

Words With Friends

6

Letters

J (8) + I (1) + G (2) + S (1) + A (1) + W (4) = 17 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for JIGSAW

Single letters that turn JIGSAW into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks2

Words you can make from JIGSAW

The 30 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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