How to Pronounce "agal"
word
əˈɡɑl
uh-GAHL
əˈɡɑːl
uh-GAHL
Definition
An agal is a black cord, usually made of goat hair, worn by men in Arab countries to hold a headscarf (keffiyeh) in place.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈɡɑl
British English
əˈɡɑːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-GAHL
UK
uh-GAHL
Listen in Context
The man is wearing a agal on his head.
He put the agal over his keffiyeh.
The agal is usually black.
You can spot a traditional agal at weddings in the Gulf region.