KATAKANA
/ˌkætəˈkænə/
8 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of KATAKANA
A Japanese syllabary used when writing words borrowed from foreign languages other than Chinese, specific names of plants and animals and other jargon, onomatopoeia, or to emphasize a word or phrase. Also used to write the Ainu language.
A character thereof.
Word Details
Is KATAKANA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KATAKANA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KATAKANA uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KATAKANA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | a | t | a | k | a | n | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KATAKANA
21 words from the letters in KATAKANA
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3-letter words
How to Use KATAKANA in Word Games
KATAKANA is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble KATAKANA to find 21 additional valid words.