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Updated June 2026
An island nation in the Caribbean Sea, known for its beaches, reggae music, and vibrant culture. Jamaica is the third-largest island in the Caribbean and gained independence from Britain in 1962.
“We booked a holiday to Jamaica to experience its beautiful beaches and rich musical heritage.”
/dʒəˈmeɪ.kə/
ja·mai·ca
Contains the common vowel pattern A-A-I-A with J at the start, making it distinctive if J appears
Worth 18 points with the high-value J (8 points); excellent word if you can build off existing letters
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