How many points is JIVES worth in Scrabble?

JIVES is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept JIVES?

JIVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to JIVES?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes JIVEST. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

JIVES

15 pts

JIVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. JIVES is a noun form of jive. JIVE means "lively dance of the 1940s and 1950s".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

JIVES is a noun form of jive. JIVE means "lively dance of the 1940s and 1950s".

In a sentence: "The jives is noted."

Share JIVES

Check the Scrabble meaning of JIVES. It scores 15 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

JIVE14 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after JIVES. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

JIVEST16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in JIVES, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 15

JIVES Scrabble FAQ

Is JIVES a Scrabble word?: JIVES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does JIVES mean?: JIVES is a noun form of jive. JIVE means "lively dance of the 1940s and 1950s".
How do you use JIVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The jives is noted."
How many points is JIVES worth in Scrabble?: JIVES is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept JIVES?: JIVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to JIVES?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes JIVEST. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.