nounpl: N/A (already plural form of 'gal')
garotas, meninas, moças
1. informal plural of girl; young women or women in general, often used affectionately among friends
The gals are getting together for brunch this weekend.
As garotas estão se reunindo para brunch neste fim de semana.
2. female friends or colleagues, typically used in casual contexts
I love hanging out with my gals after work.
Adoro sair com minhas amigas depois do trabalho.
3. women collectively, often in a context of camaraderie or shared experience
The gals in the office always support each other.
As mulheres do escritório sempre se apoiam.
In American English, 'gals' is a colloquial, affectionate term commonly used among female friends and in women-centric contexts. It conveys informality and camaraderie. The term became more popular in mid-20th century American culture and remains widely used in contemporary casual speech. In Brazil, the equivalent 'garotas' is more standard, though slang variations like 'gatas' (Rio) or 'minas' (São Paulo) are regionally popular among younger speakers.
NYC Slang
girls, shorties, ladies
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