How to Pronounce "galleons"
word
ˈɡæɫiənz
GAL-ee-uhnz
ɡˈælɪənz
GAL-ee-uhnz
Definition
A galleon is a large, old ship with sails, often used by European countries in the 1500s and 1600s for trade or war, especially by Spain. In some fantasy stories, 'galleons' can also refer to gold coins.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡæɫiənz
British English
ɡˈælɪənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAL-ee-uhnz
UK
GAL-ee-uhnz
Listen in Context
The Spanish galleons sailed across the Atlantic Ocean.
Many galleons carried gold and silver from the New World.
Pirates attacked the treasure galleons.
In old movies, you often see big battles between rival galleons.