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.
Usage & Nuances
"Gale" is mostly used in weather, sailing, and storytelling. Phrases like "a gale of laughter" mean loud and hearty laughter. Not used for small breezes or hurricanes. Often paired with adjectives like "strong" or "howling".
Spanish: vendaval - ráfaga (de viento fuerte)Portuguese (BR): vendaval - rajada (de vento forte)Portuguese (PT): vendaval - rajada (de vento forte)Chinese (Simplified): 大风 - 狂风Chinese (Traditional): 強風 - 狂風Hindi: आंधी - ज़ोरदार हवाArabic: عاصفة قوية - ريح عاتيةBengali: ঝড় - প্রবল বাতাসRussian: шторм - сильный ветерJapanese: 強風 - 疾風Vietnamese: gió mạnh - cơn gió lớnKorean: 강풍Turkish: fırtına - şiddetli rüzgarUrdu: آندھی - تیز ہواIndonesian: angin kencang - badai (angin)
Example Sentences
A gale can make it hard to walk outside.
basic
We got caught in a howling gale on our hike.
natural
Suddenly, a gale of laughter filled the room.
natural
The ferry was canceled because of the force eight gale.
natural
The gale blew trees down last night.
basic
Sailors fear a sudden gale at sea.
basic