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Koan

Yes, koan is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.

What does koan mean?

noun

  1. a paradoxical anecdote or a riddle that has no solution; used in Zen Buddhism to show the inadequacy of logical reasoning

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants2 / 2
Scrabble points8
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

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Frequently asked questions

Is koan a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Koan is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is koan worth in Scrabble?

Koan is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does koan mean?

Koan means: a paradoxical anecdote or a riddle that has no solution; used in Zen Buddhism to show the inadequacy of logical reasoning.