TANKA
5-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of TANKA
noun
- A form of Japanese verse in five lines of 5, 7, 5, 7, and 7 morae.
noun
- A strong, forceful expression
- A Tibetan painting of the Buddha on fabric.
noun
- An ethnic group of boat people in the Canton area.
- A kind of boat used in Canton, about 25 feet long and often rowed by tanka women; junk.
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- A coin and unit of currency of varying value, formerly used in parts of India and Central Asia.
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About the word TANKA
Is "TANKA" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "TANKA" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "TANKA" worth?
In Scrabble, "TANKA" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.
What does "TANKA" mean?
A form of Japanese verse in five lines of 5, 7, 5, 7, and 7 morae.
Does "TANKA" have any anagrams?
No, "TANKA" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.