gallery

noun
UK: /ˈɡæl.ər.i/
US: /ˈɡæl.ər.i/

  1. A room or building where paintings or other art are shown to the public.

    1. We went to the gallery to see the new paintings.
    2. The National Portrait Gallery has a wonderful collection of historical figures.

  2. A long, narrow covered passage or balcony in a building.

    1. The upper gallery in the theater offered a cheap view.
    2. From the gallery, you can see the entire length of the grand hall.

  3. The people who watch an event, especially a sports event.

    1. The golfer waved to the gallery after sinking the putt.
    2. The gallery applauded the athlete's impressive performance in the final round.

Synonyms

museum exhibition hall corridor balcony audience

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "gallery" in English means: A room or building where paintings or other art are shown to the public., A long, narrow covered passage or balcony in a building., The people who watch an event, especially a sports event..

The phonetic transcription of "gallery" is /ˈɡæl.ər.i/ in British English and /ˈɡæl.ər.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "gallery": museum, exhibition, hall, corridor, balcony, audience.

Example usage of "gallery": "We went to the gallery to see the new paintings.". More examples on the page.