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GALES

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

G 2/3
A 1/1
L 1/2
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of GALES

noun

A very strong wind, more than a breeze, less than a storm; number 7 through to 9 winds on the 12-step Beaufort scale.

"It's blowing a gale outside."

noun

An outburst, especially of laughter.

"a gale of laughter"

noun

A light breeze.

noun

A periodic payment, such as is made of a rent or annuity.

"Gale day - the day on which rent or interest is due."

Examples of GALES in a Sentence

  • "It's blowing a gale outside."
  • "a gale of laughter"
  • "Gale day - the day on which rent or interest is due."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is GALES a Scrabble Word?

Yes, GALES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: GALES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for GALES

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter gales Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31211 8

Anagrams of GALES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use GALES in Word Games

GALES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GALES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GALES to find 52 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GALES

What does GALES mean?
GALES is a noun. A very strong wind, more than a breeze, less than a storm; number 7 through to 9 winds on the 12-step Beaufort scale.
Is GALES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GALES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GALES worth in Scrabble?
GALES is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GALES?
You can make 52 words from the letters in GALES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of GALES?
The anagrams of GALES (words using the exact same letters) are: GEALS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.