English Reference

Word

gals

US/ˈɡæɫz/

UK/ɡˈælz/

Definition

n. an informal way to say girls or women. You often use it when talking to a group of female friends.

n. an informal term for girls or women. Often used as a vocative to address a group of female peers.

Examples

“I am going out with the gals tonight.”

“The gals from the office decided to start a weekend hiking club to stay active.”

Examples

simple

“I am going out with the gals tonight.”

contextual

“The gals from the office decided to start a weekend hiking club to stay active.”

Usage

Plural form of 'gal'; takes a plural verb and is typically used in casual, spoken contexts.

Domain

Medicine

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B1 · Intermediate
Frequency
Frequent
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