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Gallantry

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɡæləntri// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɡæləntʃ//

Meaning of Gallantry

Brave behavior, especially in battle or difficult situations.

In simple words: Bravery and courage, especially in difficult situations.

Gallantry in a sentence

• The soldier displayed remarkable gallantry during the battle.
• Her gallantry in facing adversity inspired everyone around her.
• In literature, gallantry is often a trait of the hero.
• Despite the danger, his gallantry won him respect from his peers.
• The knight was celebrated for his gallantry and noble deeds.

How to use Gallantry

Used in formal contexts, often related to acts of heroism or chivalry. Not common in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'gallant' - think of a knight showing bravery in battle.

Related words

Collocations with Gallantry

• display gallantry
• act of gallantry
• show gallantry
• gallantry in battle
• gallantry award

Synonyms for Gallantry

• bravery
• valor
• heroism
• courage
• chivalry

Opposites of Gallantry

• cowardice
• timidity
• fearfulness

Common mistakes with Gallantry

• Confused with 'gallant' - gallantry refers to the act while gallant describes the person or behavior.
• Used too casually in informal settings where 'bravery' would be more appropriate.
• Spelled incorrectly as 'galantry'.

Frequently asked questions about Gallantry

What does Gallantry mean?

Bravery and courage, especially in difficult situations.

What is the definition of Gallantry?

Brave behavior, especially in battle or difficult situations.

How do you use Gallantry in a sentence?

The soldier displayed remarkable gallantry during the battle.

Can you give another example of Gallantry?

Her gallantry in facing adversity inspired everyone around her.

What are synonyms for Gallantry?

Common alternatives include bravery, valor, heroism, courage, chivalry.

What is the opposite of Gallantry?

Opposite meanings include cowardice, timidity, fearfulness.

What words go with Gallantry?

It commonly pairs with display gallantry, act of gallantry, show gallantry, gallantry in battle, gallantry award.

What are common mistakes when using Gallantry?

Confused with 'gallant' - gallantry refers to the act while gallant describes the person or behavior. Used too casually in informal settings where 'bravery' would be more appropriate. Spelled incorrectly as 'galantry'.

How do you pronounce Gallantry?

US: //ˈɡæləntʃ//, UK: //ˈɡæləntri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Gallantry formal or informal?

"Gallantry" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Gallantry?

Used in formal contexts, often related to acts of heroism or chivalry. Not common in everyday conversation.