Nippon
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The Japanese name for Japan, the island nation in East Asia known for its electronics, automotive, and shipbuilding industries.
“The label on the antique vase read 'Made in Nippon', indicating it was produced in Japan.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
nip·pon
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Synonyms
japannihon
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Wordle
Contains double N spread across the word with NIP start and -PON ending
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points but proper noun status means it is typically disallowed in standard Scrabble
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