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Gales Meaning in English

word · lemma: gale

ˈɡeɪɫz
GAYLZ
ɡˈeɪlz
GAYLZ

التعريف

Strong winds, usually much stronger than a breeze, often used to describe powerful weather at sea or on the coast.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

'Gales' is formal and most often used in weather reports or nautical contexts. It refers specifically to wind speeds from about 34 to 47 knots (moderate to strong, but not hurricane-force). Common phrases: 'gale-force winds.' Do not confuse with 'gusts' (short, sudden bursts).

جمل نموذجية

There were strong gales last night.

basic

The ship struggled against the gales at sea.

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Many trees fell during the gales.

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Weather reports warned of severe gales along the coast.

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We cancelled our sailing trip because gales were expected.

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You could hear the gales howling outside all night long.

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