French translation of gallon is 
gallon

Meaning of "gallon" in English

A "gallon" is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the United States and some other parts of the world to quantify liquid capacity. In the U.S., a gallon equals approximately 3.785 liters. The UK gallon, used in a few countries, is approximately 4.546 liters. Gallons are often utilized to measure larger volumes of liquids such as gasoline, water, or milk. This measurement is critical in various industries, including agriculture, fuel, and food services, where bulk liquid management is necessary.

Meaning of "gallon" in French

In French, "gallon" refers to the same unit of volume measurement used for liquids. While not commonly used in France, where the metric system is preferred, the term may still appear in contexts involving international trade or English-speaking regions. One U.S. gallon is equivalent to approximately 3.785 liters and the UK gallon around 4.546 liters. It is essential for understanding measurements in fields such as fuel, agriculture, and cooking where liquid quantities are significant.

Pronunciation of "gallon" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈɡæl.ən/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "gallon" remains fairly consistent across different English-speaking regions with slight variations. In American English, the emphasis is on the first syllable, while in British English, the vowel sounds might be slightly less pronounced.

Pronunciation of "gallon" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡa.lɔ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal regional variations in France. Generally, the pronunciation focuses on a clear articulation of both syllables, with a nasal sound at the end, typical of many French words ending in “-on.”

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I need to buy a gallon of milk for the recipe.
   (Je dois acheter un gallon de lait pour la recette.)

2. The car's fuel tank can hold up to 15 gallons.
   (Le réservoir d'essence de la voiture peut contenir jusqu'à 15 gallons.)

3. How many gallons of water do we need for the pool?
   (Combien de gallons d'eau avons-nous besoin pour la piscine?)

4. They sell fruit juice by the gallon at the store.
   (Ils vendent du jus de fruits au gallon dans le magasin.)

5. A gallon of paint should be enough for this wall.
   (Un gallon de peinture devrait suffire pour ce mur.)

6. The brewery produces thousands of gallons of beer yearly.
   (La brasserie produit des milliers de gallons de bière chaque année.)

7. We need a few gallons of oil for the engine.
   (Nous avons besoin de quelques gallons d'huile pour le moteur.)

8. The recipe calls for a half-gallon of vegetable broth.
   (La recette nécessite un demi-gallon de bouillon de légumes.)

9. He drank nearly a gallon of water after his run.
   (Il a bu presque un gallon d'eau après sa course.)

10. The new washing machine uses less than 10 gallons per load.
    (La nouvelle machine à laver utilise moins de 10 gallons par charge.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gallon" in English

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Similar Words: liter, quart, pint, cup, milliliter, fluid ounce, barrel, tank, drum, container

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gallon" in French

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Similar Words: litre, quarte, pinte, tasse, millilitre, once liquide, baril, réservoir, tambour, récipient

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