token

/ˈtoʊkən/
Syllables to·ken
Stress TO-ken

Phonics Breakdown

to
/toʊ/
long o
ken
/kən/
schwa

Meaning

a sign, symbol, or object used to represent something, often used as a substitute or proof

Sound Reference

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to=/toʊ/(go) + ken=/kən/(chicken)

Example

She gave him a token of appreciation.