gala

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports British English

n. a special sports event, especially a competition for swimming.

n. a sporting competition or meet, most commonly used in the context of swimming or gymnastics.

“The local swimming club is hosting a gala this Saturday for all age groups.”

“The regional swimming gala featured over twenty clubs competing for the championship trophy in various relay and individual events.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a popular type of sweet, red-skinned apple.

n. a specific cultivar of domestic apple known for its sweet flavour and red-striped skin.

“I usually buy Gala apples because they are crunchy and sweet.”

“The orchard specialises in several varieties, but the Gala remains their top-selling apple due to its consistent texture and sweetness.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

adj. describing something that is celebratory or very special.

adj. characterised by festivity or celebration; often used to describe an atmosphere or specific attire.

Español:de gala

“The town was in a gala mood for the king's visit.”

“The streets were transformed into a gala spectacle, draped in colourful banners and filled with the sound of brass bands.”