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/reˈɣalo/
Translation
gift, present
Word origin
Probably from Old French galer ('to make merry, to enjoy oneself'), of Germanic origin, with the prefix re-. It means 'gift, present'.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- galer
- English cognates
- gallant, regale
Grammar
Examples
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I bought her a very special gift for her birthday.
darle .
The best gift you can give someone is your time and attention.
mucha .
The children opened their Christmas presents with great excitement and joy.
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Her smile each morning is the greatest gift.
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I forgot the present at home before leaving.
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I bought her a lovely present for her birthday.
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