How many points is GALINGALE worth in Scrabble?

GALINGALE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GALINGALE?

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

Can you add a letter to GALINGALE?

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

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GALINGALE

11 pts

GALINGALE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. GALINGALE means "European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɡælɪŋɡeɪl/

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

noun

One of several species of Cyperus sedges with aromatic rhizomes.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots

In a sentence: "The galingale is noted."

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GALINGALES12 pts

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Letter Values

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GALINGALE Scrabble FAQ

Is GALINGALE a Scrabble word?: GALINGALE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does GALINGALE mean?: European plant with rough-edged leaves, reddish spikelets of flowers, and aromatic roots
How do you use GALINGALE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The galingale is noted."
How many points is GALINGALE worth in Scrabble?: GALINGALE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GALINGALE?: GALINGALE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GALINGALE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GALINGALES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.