How to pronounce gallantry
Say it like GAL-un-tree. Gallantry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAL).
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- GAL
- un
- tree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gallantry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- treeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gallantry
American and British speakers say gallantry in essentially the same way: /ˈɡæləntri/ in the US and /ˈɡæləntri/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAL-un-tree.
What does gallantry mean?
- courage.
- chivalrous courtliness, especially towards women.
- an instance of gallant behavior or speech.
Where does gallantry come from?
From French galanterie, equivalent to gallant + -ry.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying gallantry
How do you pronounce gallantry?
Say GAL-un-tree. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡæləntri/. In British English it is /ˈɡæləntri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gallantry?
Gallantry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAL). Broken into parts: GAL · un · tree.
Do Americans and Brits say gallantry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡæləntri/ and the British form is /ˈɡæləntri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.