gallon
/ˈɡælən/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3591 in the learning path
加仑（容量单位）
Definitions
n. A liquid measure, about 4.55 litres British or 3.79 litres American
加仑（容量单位）
Example
We bought a gallon of paint for the kitchen.
我们买了一加仑油漆来刷厨房。
Comparing how far vehicles travel per gallon of fuel helps consumers assess running costs and fuel efficiency.
比较车辆每消耗一加仑燃料能行驶多远，有助于消费者评估使用成本和燃油效率。
Collocations
- a gallon of petrol
- miles per gallon
- an imperial gallon
- a US gallon
Usage tip
英制约4.55升，美制约3.79升，注意区分。
FAQ
- What does gallon mean?
- A liquid measure, about 4.55 litres British or 3.79 litres American
- How is gallon pronounced?
- UK /ˈɡælən/, US /ˈɡælən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
