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Gallop vs. Galop

Gallop

/ˈɡæləp/
A movement of a horse at full speed, faster than a trot.

Examples:

The riders gallop swiftly across the green fields.Our hearts seemed to gallop with excitement and anticipation.As the news spread, rumors began to gallop wildly.

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Galop

A lively dance in a quick 2/4 time, which was particularly popular in the 19th century.

Examples:

The orchestra played a lively galop for the dance.Her fingers flew over the keys in a fast galop.The festival ended with a celebratory galop.

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This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Gallop is a term often associated with animals, most commonly horses.
  • Galop is a type of lively music and dance, similar to a polka.
  • You can remember gallop by thinking of hoofbeats and speed as in racing.
  • Think of galop as a fast-paced dance in a ballroom or festive music piece.
  • If you hear it referring to a horse, its likely gallop; if its in a musical context, its galop'.
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