TOKEN
Definition, Scrabble score, anagrams & word-game reference
Is TOKEN a Scrabble word?
Yes. TOKEN is a valid Scrabble word in the UnscrambleTools dictionary (5 letters, 9 base points). It is suitable for casual Scrabble, Words with Friends practice, and anagram study; official tournament lists (NASPA/WESPA) may differ slightly.
Definition
Part of speech: noun
something of sentimental value
- something of sentimental value
- a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines
- something serving as a sign of something else
- an individual instance of a type of symbol; "the word `error' contains three tokens of `r'"
Synonyms
keepsake, souvenir, relic, item
Source: Princeton WordNet 3.1
Scrabble score breakdown
TOKEN scores 9 points before board multipliers.
- T = 1
- O = 1
- K = 5
- E = 1
- N = 1
Letter counts: E×1, K×1, N×1, O×1, T×1
TOKEN has no other anagrams in this dictionary.
Similar 5-letter words
Crossword relevance
TOKEN is a 5-letter answer slot candidate. Filter by length 5, starts with T, ends with N, or contains letters from your crossing entries in the Crossword Solver and Pattern Finder.
Example sentence
Example: "TOKEN — something of sentimental value" (9 Scrabble points).
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Complete word guide
TOKEN is listed in the UnscrambleTools word-game dictionary used across our unscrambler, anagram, pattern, and scoring tools. Pages like this one exist so you can answer "Is TOKEN a Scrabble word?" with data — not guesswork — before you play a tile or fill a crossword slot.
TOKEN (noun): something of sentimental value. Additional senses: a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines; something serving as a sign of something else; an individual instance of a type of symbol; "the word `error' contains three tokens of `r'".
In standard Scrabble scoring, TOKEN totals 9 points before multipliers. That sum uses official letter values: common tiles (A, E, I, O, U, L, N, S, T, R) are worth 1, while D and G are 2, B, C, M, P are 3, F, H, V, W, Y are 4, K is 5, J and X are 8, and Q and Z are 10. TOKEN relies mostly on common tiles, which often makes it easier to play from a mixed rack but caps the raw ceiling compared with high-premium words.
TOKEN is 5 letters long, begins with T, ends with N, and sorts to the alphagram EKNOT. No other entry in this dictionary rearranges into the same letter set, so TOKEN is unique within its alphagram family. Letter makeup: 2 vowels, 3 consonants.
Among 17 tracked 5-letter entries, TOKEN ranks by raw score (9 points). Similar-length words in the same dictionary include JAZZY, FEZZY, FIZZY, FUZZY; open their word pages to compare endings, vowel weight, and crossover potential.
Strategically, TOKEN carries 2 vowels and 3 consonants. Its consonant-heavy shape pairs well with open vowel dumps on the board. Hooks on T or N are common study angles; browse words starting with T and words ending with N to rehearse parallel sets.
TOKEN is a 5-letter answer slot candidate. Filter by length 5, starts with T, ends with N, or contains letters from your crossing entries in the Crossword Solver and Pattern Finder. For American-style grids, 5-letter entries like TOKEN frequently cross shorter words; knowing that TOKEN contains E, K, N, O, T helps you test crossing letters quickly. When you only know a few cells, open the Crossword Solver with a pattern such as t???n to narrow candidates before checking definitions.
Notable letter pairs inside TOKEN include KE, OK, EN — each links to a "contains" list for deeper drilling. Unique letters used: T, O, K, E, N. Letter-frequency tables on this site are built from the same dictionary that powers the Word Unscrambler, so list pages and word pages stay consistent.
Use UnscrambleTools tools together: unscramble token directly in the Word Unscrambler, rehearse rearrangements in the Anagram Solver, filter crossword slots in the Pattern Finder, and verify 9 points in the Scrabble Score Calculator. Daily puzzle hints and Wordle practice pages share the same dictionary backbone, which keeps scores and validity aligned across the site.
Etymology: UnscrambleTools does not publish a full historical etymology for every rare word-game entry. When we detect recognizable English prefixes or suffixes, we note them in the definition section; otherwise treat TOKEN as a playable vocabulary item for puzzles and study.
Example usage: Example: "TOKEN — something of sentimental value" (9 Scrabble points). If you are validating a tournament list, cross-check NASPA or WESPA references — our dictionary optimizes for practical word-game coverage, including obscure but legal entries that appear in casual Scrabble and crossword construction.
Frequently asked questions
- Is TOKEN a valid Scrabble word?
- TOKEN is a valid Scrabble word in the UnscrambleTools dictionary (5 letters, 9 base points). It is suitable for casual Scrabble, Words with Friends practice, and anagram study; official tournament lists (NASPA/WESPA) may differ slightly.
- How many points is TOKEN worth in Scrabble?
- TOKEN is worth 9 points using standard Scrabble letter values before any board multipliers. Lexical sense: something of sentimental value. See the letter breakdown on this page for tile-by-tile values.
- What does TOKEN mean?
- TOKEN (noun): something of sentimental value. Additional senses: a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines; something serving as a sign of something else; an individual instance of a type of symbol; "the word `error' contains three tokens of `r'". (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
- What is the Scrabble score of TOKEN?
- TOKEN scores 9 points as a raw tile sum. Board multipliers apply only during live play; this page shows the base score for fair comparison with other 5-letter words.
- Does TOKEN have anagrams?
- TOKEN has no other anagrams in this dictionary, which can make it a strong unique play when you need this exact letter set.
- How many letters are in TOKEN?
- TOKEN has 5 letters, starts with T, ends with N, and uses the alphagram EKNOT (sorted letters for quick anagram spotting).
- How can I unscramble letters to find TOKEN?
- Open the Anagram Solver or Word Unscrambler, enter your rack letters (use ? for blanks), and filter to 5-letter results or "contains" patterns that match TOKEN. The Pattern Finder supports crossword-style slots as well.
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