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GALLEYS

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

G 2/3
A 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
E 1/1
Y 4/3
S 1/1

Definition of GALLEYS

noun

A long, slender ship propelled primarily by oars, whether having masts and sails or not; usually referring to rowed warships used in the Mediterranean from the 16th century until the modern era.

noun

A light, open boat used on the Thames by customhouse officers, press gangs, and also for pleasure.

noun

One of the small boats carried by a man-of-war.

Synonyms of GALLEYS

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
13
points

Is GALLEYS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of GALLEYS earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 61 points total.

Letter Values for GALLEYS

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

Letter galleys Total
Scrabble 2111141 11
WWF 3122131 13

Words You Can Make With the Letters in GALLEYS

100 words from the letters in GALLEYS

How to Use GALLEYS in Word Games

GALLEYS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since GALLEYS uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 61 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GALLEYS to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GALLEYS

What does GALLEYS mean?
GALLEYS is a noun. A long, slender ship propelled primarily by oars, whether having masts and sails or not; usually referring to rowed warships used in the Mediterranean from the 16th century until the modern era.
Is GALLEYS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GALLEYS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GALLEYS worth in Scrabble?
GALLEYS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GALLEYS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in GALLEYS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GALLEYS?
Synonyms of GALLEYS include: lymphad. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.