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CANTON

/ˈkæntn̩/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

C 3/4
A 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
O 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of CANTON

noun

A division of a political unit.

noun

A small community or clan.

noun

A subdivision of a flag, the rectangular inset on the upper hoist (i.e., flagpole) side (e.g., the stars of the US national flag are in a canton).

verb

To delineate as a separate district.

verb

To divide into cantons.

verb

To allot quarters to troops.

noun

A song or canto.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
11
points

Is CANTON a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CANTON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: CANTON uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CANTON

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter canton Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 412112 11

Anagrams of CANTON

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use CANTON in Word Games

CANTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CANTON is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CANTON to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CANTON

What does CANTON mean?
CANTON is a noun. A division of a political unit.
Is CANTON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CANTON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CANTON worth in Scrabble?
CANTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CANTON?
You can make 40 words from the letters in CANTON. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of CANTON?
The anagrams of CANTON (words using the exact same letters) are: CANNOT. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.