How to Pronounce "gale"
word
/ˈɡeɪɫ/
gayl
/ɡˈeɪl/
gayl
Definition
A gale is a very strong wind, usually used to describe wind that is stronger than a breeze but not as intense as a hurricane.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡeɪɫ/
British English
/ɡˈeɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
gayl
UK
gayl
Listen in Context
The gale blew trees down last night.
Sailors fear a sudden gale at sea.
A gale can make it hard to walk outside.
We got caught in a howling gale on our hike.