How to Pronounce Gal

To pronounce "gal", say GAL — one syllable, IPA /ɡæl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɡæl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gal”

"gal" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with rationale and corral, if that helps it stick.

What does gal mean?

noun

  1. A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints
  2. Exactly 4.54609 liters; an imperial gallon

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Words that rhyme with gal

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rationalecorralshallsallocalemoralemalchaparralscallcalchorale

Related words

galloncerqarbombgenerationtraditionalfrienddame

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gal"?▾

"Gal" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gal"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gal" is /ɡæl/.

What does "gal" mean?▾

Gal: A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints

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