German word

Gala

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgaːla/

Meaning

  • feminine noungala

Example

Wir gehen heute Abend auf die Gala.

We're going to the gala tonight.

Illustration for Gala (gala)

More examples

Viele Prominente trafen sich bei der Gala.

Many celebrities met at the gala.

Core concept

A grand evening occasion framed by elegant guests, staged entertainment, and an official sequence of events.

Common phrases

  • die Gala besuchen

    attend the gala

  • auf der Gala spenden

    donate at the gala

  • ein Kleid für die Gala auswählen

    choose a dress for the gala

Similar words

Party: A relaxed social gathering for friends or acquaintances, often involving food and drinks.
Feier: A celebratory event marking an important occasion or significant milestone.
Fest: A public festival associated with a region, community, or religious tradition.
Veranstaltung: A scheduled gathering for activities such as lectures, concerts, or performances.

Definition in German

Eine festliche Abendveranstaltung mit gehobener Kleidung, Unterhaltung und einem formellen Programm.

Word origin

German adopted Gala through French, while related forms in Spanish and Italian refer to festive display or celebration.

Usage tips

  • Attendance is commonly expressed with auf eine Gala gehen, while auf einer Gala describes being at the event.

Opposites

  • Einfachheitsimplicitynoun
  • Alltageveryday lifenoun

Related words

  • Galaveranstaltunggala eventnoun
  • Galapremieregala premierenoun
  • Galabankettgala banquetnoun

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