Cool MateMeaning of Gallon
a unit for measuring liquid. In the UK, Canada and other countries it is equal to about 4.5 litres; in the US it is equal to about 3.8 litres. There are four quarts in a gallon.
In simple words: A gallon is a way to measure liquid. In the U.S., it is equal to about 3.8 liters.
Gallon in a sentence
- The tankers carried 130 000 gallons of fuel.
How to use Gallon
Used mainly in the U.S. for buying and measuring liquids like milk and gas. Not commonly used in countries that use metric measurements.
Grammar pattern
standalone unit of measure
Memory hint
Think of a 'gallon' of milk — it's a common size you buy at the store.
Related words
Collocations with Gallon
- milk gallon
- gallon jug
- gallon of water
- one gallon
Opposites of Gallon
- pint
- quart
Common mistakes with Gallon
- Confusing gallons with liters.
- Using 'gallon' as a countable noun (e.g., saying 'two gallon' instead of 'two gallons').
- Not knowing the difference between US gallons and UK gallons.
Gallon appears in
Gallon in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
جالون
الجالون هو طريقة لقياس السوائل. في الولايات المتحدة، يساوي حوالي 3.8 لتر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গ্যালন
গ্যালন হল তরল মাপার একটি উপায়। মার্কিন যুক্তরাষ্ট্রে এটি প্রায় ৩.৮ লিটারের সমান।
- GermanDeutsch
Gallone
Eine Gallone ist eine Maßeinheit für Flüssigkeiten. In den USA entspricht sie etwa 3,8 Litern.
- SpanishEspañol
Galón
Un galón es una forma de medir líquidos. En EE. UU., equivale a unos 3,8 litros.
- Persianفارسی
گالن
گالن یه جور راه اندازهگیری مایعاته. توی آمریکا، حدود ۳.۸ لیتر میشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Gallon
Un gallon, c'est une façon de mesurer les liquides. Aux États-Unis, ça fait à peu près 3,8 litres.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गैलन
गैलन तरल मापने का एक तरीका है। अमेरिका में, यह लगभग 3.8 लीटर के बराबर होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Gallone
Un gallone è un modo per misurare i liquidi. Negli Stati Uniti, equivale a circa 3,8 litri.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Galão
Um galão é uma forma de medir líquidos. Nos EUA, equivale a cerca de 3,8 litros.
- RussianРусский
Галлон
Галлон — это способ измерения жидкостей. В США он равен примерно 3,8 литра.
- Urduاردو
Gallon
A gallon is a way to measure liquid. In the U.S., it is equal to about 3.8 liters.
- Chinese中文
加仑
加仑是衡量液体的一种方式。在美国，1加仑大约等于3.8升。
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Frequently asked questions about Gallon
What does Gallon mean?
A gallon is a way to measure liquid. In the U.S., it is equal to about 3.8 liters.
What is the definition of Gallon?
a unit for measuring liquid. In the UK, Canada and other countries it is equal to about 4.5 litres; in the US it is equal to about 3.8 litres. There are four quarts in a gallon.
How do you use Gallon in a sentence?
The tankers carried 130 000 gallons of fuel.
What are synonyms for Gallon?
Common alternatives include litre, quart, pint, fluid ounce.
What is the opposite of Gallon?
Opposite meanings include pint, quart.
What words go with Gallon?
It commonly pairs with milk gallon, gallon jug, gallon of water, one gallon.
What are common mistakes when using Gallon?
Confusing gallons with liters. Using 'gallon' as a countable noun (e.g., saying 'two gallon' instead of 'two gallons'). Not knowing the difference between US gallons and UK gallons.
How do you pronounce Gallon?
US: /["/ˈɡælən/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɡælən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Gallon?
Used mainly in the U.S. for buying and measuring liquids like milk and gas. Not commonly used in countries that use metric measurements.
What CEFR level is Gallon?
"Gallon" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.