How many points is GALANGAL worth in Scrabble?

GALANGAL is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GALANGAL?

GALANGAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to GALANGAL?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GALANGALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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GALANGAL

10 pts

GALANGAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. GALANGAL is a noun form of galingale. GALINGALE means "European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots".

Meaning & examples

/ɡəˈlæŋɡəl/

Pronunciation: /ɡəˈlæŋɡəl/

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noun

Any of several east Asian plants of genera Alpinia and Kaempferia in the ginger family, used as a spice, but principally Alpinia galanga.

Synonyms: greater galangal, lesser galangal

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Definition and meaning

GALANGAL is a noun form of galingale. GALINGALE means "European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots".

In a sentence: "The galangal is noted."

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Base words

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GALINGALE11 pts

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GALANGALS11 pts

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GALANGAL Scrabble FAQ

Is GALANGAL a Scrabble word?: GALANGAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does GALANGAL mean?: GALANGAL is a noun form of galingale. GALINGALE means "European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots".
How do you use GALANGAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The galangal is noted."
How many points is GALANGAL worth in Scrabble?: GALANGAL is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GALANGAL?: GALANGAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GALANGAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GALANGALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.