Galas (en. Gala)

/ɡalas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Events or celebrations that include formal attire and an atmosphere of distinction.
Award galas are usually very spectacular.
Las galas de premios suelen ser muy espectaculares.
Ceremonies or parties wherein elegant attire is worn.
The graduation gala was a memorable night.
La gala de graduación fue una noche memorable.
Parties that have a special character and usually include prestigious guests.
We attended a charity gala to raise funds.
Asistimos a una gala benéfica para recaudar fondos.

Etymology

From the French 'gala', which means party or celebration.

Common Phrases and Expressions

star gala
Event where famous personalities gather.
gala de estrellas
to attend a gala
To participate in a formal event.
asistir a una gala
charity gala
Ceremony organized to raise funds for a social purpose.
gala benéfica

Related Words

ceremony
Formal or ritual act.
ceremonia
gala
Formal event or elegant celebration.
gala
event
Organized activity that can be public or private.
evento

Slang Meanings

An elegant party where people dress ostentatiously.
Last night I was at a gala and everyone was very elegant.
Anoche estuve en una gala y todos estaban muy elegantes.
A social event that is considered very important.
The gala was the event of the year in the city.
La gala fue el evento del año en la ciudad.