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gale

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɡeɪl/

gale means: A very strong wind.

noun

STRONG WINDB2

A very strong wind.

  • A gale shook the trees.
  • Several boats were damaged by last night’s gale.
  • The forecast warns of gales along the coast.

Similar words: strong wind

Common phrases: strong gale, winter gale, gale warning

LOUD OUTBURSTC2

A sudden burst of loud sound, especially laughter.

  • His joke brought a gale of laughter.
  • Gales of laughter came from the next room.
  • A gale of cheers greeted the returning team.

How to use it: gale of something (The silly dance produced a gale of laughter.)

Similar words: burst, outburst

Common phrases: gale of laughter, gale of cheers

Questions about gale

What does gale mean?

A very strong wind.

What is gale in other languages?

Türkçe: şiddetli rüzgâr · Español: vendaval · Français: coup de vent · Deutsch: Sturm · Italiano: burrasca · 日本語: 強風

How do you pronounce gale?

It is pronounced /ɡeɪl/.

How do you use gale in a sentence?

A gale shook the trees. Several boats were damaged by last night’s gale.

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