No. 5,569 in Swedish
galan
"The gala" or "the event" (refers to a formal or festive occasion).
In a sentence
Jag såg galan på TV igår kväll.
I watched the gala on TV last night.
Here, 'galan' refers to a formal event or evening event often televised, such as an awards show or similar gathering.
Galan var fylld med kändisar och spännande framträdanden.
The gala was filled with celebrities and exciting performances.
In this usage, 'galan' is the subject of the sentence, again referring to a special event or gathering.
Vi ska gå på galan nästa vecka och se våra favoritartister.
We are going to the gala next week to see our favorite artists.
Here, 'galan' is used to describe the event they plan to attend, indicating its anticipation and importance to the speakers.
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