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Tan

Yes, tan is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 3 points in Scrabble.

What does tan mean?

noun

  1. a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun
  2. a light brown the color of topaz
  3. ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle

verb

  1. treat skins and hides with tannic acid so as to convert them into leather
  2. get a tan, from wind or sun

adjective

  1. of a light yellowish-brown color

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tan

Word facts

Letters3
Vowels / consonants1 / 2
Scrabble points3
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of tan

Frequently asked questions

Is tan a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tan 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 tan worth in Scrabble?

Tan is worth 3 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tan mean?

Tan means: a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun.