How to pronounce "gallons"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "gallons"

Learn how to break down "gallons" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

gal-lons
2 syllables

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

G AE1 L AH0 N Z
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "gallons"

Noun

  • A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints
  • Exactly 4.54609 liters; an imperial gallon
  • 231 cubic inches or approximately 3.785 liters for liquids (a "U.S. liquid gallon")
  • One-eighth of a U.S. bushel or approximately 4.405 liters for dry goods (a "U.S. dry gallon").
  • (in the plural) A large quantity (of any liquid).
    Example: "The pipe burst and gallons of water flooded into the kitchen."

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