LA
/lɑː/
2 letters · 1 syllable · noun, interjection, adjective
Definition of LA
A syllable used in solfège to represent the sixth note of a major scale.
Represents the sound of music or singing.
""La la la la, I can't hear you!" Jimmy said, sticking his fingers in his ears."
Used to introduce a statement with emphatic or intensive effect.
Expressing surprise, anger. etc.
Prefixed to the name of a woman, with ironic effect (as though an opera prima donna).
Lad, lid
Examples of LA in a Sentence
- ""La la la la, I can't hear you!" Jimmy said, sticking his fingers in his ears."
Word Details
Is LA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like LA are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for LA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LA
1 words from the letters in LA
2-letter words
How to Use LA in Word Games
LA is worth 2 points in Scrabble and 3 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: LA is only 2 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LA to find 1 additional valid words.