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JO A word used in Scrabble and other word games.
9
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
JO is a valid word in Scrabble and other word games. This word can earn you valuable points due to its letter composition.
The etymology of JO varies based on its origin and usage in the English language.
•Two-letter words like JO are essential for competitive Scrabble play
•Memorizing all valid 2-letter words can significantly improve your game score
•JO can be especially useful for parallel plays and tight board positions
""I played JO on a triple word score and earned a huge number of points.""
""JO is one of those words that can really boost your score in word games.""
- Robert Burns' famous poem
"Using JO to connect my J tile to an existing O gave me 27 points!"
- Scrabble context
Total base points: 9 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 1 | Consonants: 1
JO is one of the most valuable 2-letter words in Scrabble. The J tile's 8-point value makes this short word a strategic powerhouse.
• High value density: 9 points in just 2 letters
• Parallel play champion: Easy to play alongside existing words
• Hook potential: Can extend to JOE, JOY, JOB, JOG, JOT
• Tight space solution: Fits where longer J words can't
Mastering two-letter words is essential for competitive Scrabble. These words serve as connectors, allowing you to play parallel to existing words and score in multiple directions simultaneously.
Why JO is Special:
Contains the high-value J (8 points), making it one of the highest-scoring 2-letter words
Strategic Uses:
Perfect for using difficult J tiles, creating multiple words in parallel plays, or opening up the board
Memory Tip:
Associate JO with "joy" or Burns' poems to remember this valid play
JO is valid in most Scrabble dictionaries, but always check your specific game's dictionary. Some word games may not recognize Scottish dialect words.
Pronounced "joh" (rhymes with "go"), not "joe." This Scottish term of endearment has a distinct pronunciation.
Don't waste JO's high value on single scoring. Try to place the J on a double or triple letter score, or use it to create multiple words in a parallel play.
Practice unscrambling letters to find more high-scoring words like JO