determiner
alls
awlz
Alls (determiner) means a nonstandard or dialectal form of "all," used the same way. Example: “Alls I know is he left before sunrise.”
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A nonstandard or dialectal form of "all," used the same way.
"Alls I know is he left before sunrise."
"Alls we had to do was wait."
How to use alls
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal way some speakers say "all" — most often heard in the set phrase "alls I know/want is..."
When to use it
Strictly spoken/informal usage — avoid it in writing that isn't deliberately capturing casual speech.
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Rhymes for alls
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What does “alls” mean?
The word “alls” means a nonstandard or dialectal form of "all," used the same way. In plain terms, an informal way some speakers say "all" — most often heard in the set phrase "alls I know/want is...".
How do you pronounce “alls”?
“Alls” is pronounced awlz (/ɔːlz/ in IPA).
How do you use “alls” in a sentence?
Here is “alls” used in a sentence: “Alls I know is he left before sunrise.”
What part of speech is “alls”?
“Alls” is a determiner.
