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TANTO

/ˈtɑntəʊ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adverb

T 1/1
A 1/1
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T 1/1
O 1/1

Definition of TANTO

noun

A common type of Japanese dagger or knife. Alternative spelling of tantō

adverb

So much; too much.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
6
points

Is TANTO a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 6 pts

Tip: TANTO uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for TANTO

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

Letter tanto Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 11211 6

How to Use TANTO in Word Games

TANTO is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TANTO 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 TANTO to find 18 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TANTO

What does TANTO mean?
TANTO is a noun. A common type of Japanese dagger or knife. Alternative spelling of tantō
Is TANTO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TANTO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TANTO worth in Scrabble?
TANTO is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TANTO?
You can make 18 words from the letters in TANTO. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.