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Gala Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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gala

🇺🇸 /ˈɡæɫə/ · 🇬🇧 /ɡˈɑːlɐ/

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

event

A glamorous and festive social gathering, typically involving food, drinks, and entertainment.

Synonyms

celebration, party, soiree.

Examples of usage

  • We attended the annual charity gala last night.
  • The gala was a fundraiser for the local hospital.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion

A formal public occasion, especially one on which a special guest is present.

Synonyms

event, function, occasion.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a stunning gown to the gala.
  • The gala was attended by many important dignitaries.

Translations

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Quick facts about “gala”

Gala is a 1-syllable noun. It is pronounced /ˈɡæɫə/ in American English and /ɡˈɑːlɐ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 6 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #21,430 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'gala'

The word 'gala' originated from the Old French word 'gale' meaning 'rejoicing'. It later evolved to 'galea' in Latin and eventually to 'gala' in English. The term became associated with festive events and celebrations, often involving social gatherings and special occasions.

Rhymes

Gala rhymes with calla, abdalla, abdallah, ala, attalla, balla, dalla and duffala.

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Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,430, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.