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How many syllables in “gallium”?

2

syllables in "gallium"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gal · lium

Letters

7

g · a · l · l · i · u · m

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
a1
l1
l1
i1
u1
m3

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About the word “gallium

The word gallium contains 2 syllables, divided as gal · lium. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gallium" have?

"gallium" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "gallium" into syllables?

"gallium" is divided into syllables as: gal · lium.

What is the Scrabble score for "gallium"?

The Scrabble score for "gallium" is 10 points.

Using “gallium” in writing

Two-syllable words like "gallium" (gal · lium) 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, gallium is worth 10 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.

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