How to Pronounce Gals

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɡælz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gals”

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

What does gals mean?

noun

  1. A young woman.

noun

  1. A galileo (a unit of acceleration).

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 gals

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rationalesdecalscanalsspallsalslocalesmoralespalspfalzthralls

Related words

gallongirlsladiesbabesguyswomenlotsbroads

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gals"?▾

"Gals" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gals"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gals" is /ɡælz/.

What does "gals" mean?▾

Gals: A young woman.

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