How many syllables in “galilees”?
syllables in "galilees"
Word details
Syllables
3
ga · li · lees
Letters
8
g · a · l · i · l · e · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “galilees”
The word “galilees” contains 3 syllables, divided as ga · li · lees. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "galilees" have?
"galilees" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "galilees" into syllables?
"galilees" is divided into syllables as: ga · li · lees.
What is the Scrabble score for "galilees"?
The Scrabble score for "galilees" is 9 points.
Using “galilees” in writing
Three-syllable words like "galilees" (ga · li · lees) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “galilees” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “galilees”
The letters in “galilees” can be rearranged to spell one other word: legalise.