How to Pronounce "gala"
word
/ˈɡæɫə/, /ˈɡeɪɫə/
GA-luh or GAY-luh
/ɡˈɑːlɐ/
gah-LUH
Definition
A gala is a large, formal party or event, often held to celebrate something special or to raise money for a cause.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɡæɫə/, /ˈɡeɪɫə/
British English
/ɡˈɑːlɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GA-luh or GAY-luh
UK
gah-LUH
Listen in Context
We're going to a gala next weekend.
The charity gala raised a lot of money.
Guests wore formal clothes to the annual gala.
The city hosts a big gala every spring for local artists.