How many syllables in “gala”?
syllables in "gala"
Word details
Syllables
2
ga · la
Letters
4
g · a · l · a
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “gala”
The word “gala” contains 2 syllables, divided as ga · la. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gala" have?
"gala" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gala" into syllables?
"gala" is divided into syllables as: ga · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "gala"?
The Scrabble score for "gala" is 5 points.
Using “gala” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gala" (ga · la) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gala” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “gala”
The letters in “gala” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alga.