Pronunciation: [ˈɔːlz] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "alls" may seem peculiar at first glance. It is pronounced /ɔːlz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first letter "a" is pronounced as "aw" sound, followed by the "ll" which is pronounced as "l". The final "s" is pronounced as a soft "z" sound. This word is the plural form of "all" and is used to indicate the entirety of something. Despite its unusual spelling, "alls" is a legitimate word in the English language.
ALLS is a contraction of the pronoun "all" and the third-person singular present tense auxiliary verb "is". It is primarily used in colloquial and informal English, particularly in certain dialects or regional variations, such as African American Vernacular English (AAVE).
ALLS functions as a simplified and informal way to express the present tense of the verb "to be" when referring to the entirety or collective nature of a group or situation. It is typically used when discussing or emphasizing a state, condition, or action that applies universally to everyone or everything in a particular scenario.
For instance, one may say "Alls I know is that it's getting late," to convey that their knowledge or awareness is limited to the fact that time is passing quickly. In this example, ALLS replaces the standard verb "is" to create a more relaxed and casual tone.
Although widely used in certain dialects, it is important to note that ALLS is considered non-standard English and may not be accepted in formal writing or settings. Its usage is mainly restricted to spoken language, particularly in informal conversations among close friends or in contexts where a relaxed and familiar tone is desired.
