CANTON
/ˈkæntn̩/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of CANTON
A division of a political unit.
A small community or clan.
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).
To delineate as a separate district.
To divide into cantons.
To allot quarters to troops.
A song or canto.
Word Details
Is CANTON a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CANTON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | c | a | n | t | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CANTON
40 words from the letters in CANTON
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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.