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gallon

Pronunciation: [ˈɡæl.ən]

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Learn how to use gallon in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “measurement”

(noun) a unit used to measure liquids. One gallon is equal to four quarts or about 3.8 liters. It's often used in the United States to measure things like milk, gas, or water.

Example

I bought a gallon of juice for the party.

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I didn't have enough money to buy even one gallon of milk.

Example

How many gallons of water do we need for the camping trip?

Context: “volume of liquids”

(noun) a large container that holds a gallon of liquid. Sometimes, we talk about the containers that store liquids, like a gallon jug or bottle.

Example

The gallon jug of water is easy to carry.

Example

There were no gallon containers available at the store.

Example

Can I refill my gallon container at the water station?

How to pronounce gallon

Pronunciation: [ˈɡæl.ən]

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