thunderstorm
gb/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/ us/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/
B1
Inglês
Acepções
0 acepção
Substantivo
B1
event
1
storm with thunder and lightning
A storm when you see lightning and hear thunder.
Padrão de uso:
a thunderstorm; during a thunderstorm; a thunderstorm hits [place]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes say *a thunder* for the whole storm; thunder is the sound, while a thunderstorm is the weather event.
Sinônimos
electrical storm (Emphasizes lightning and thunder; less common in everyday speech.)
|
storm (More general and can include many kinds of bad weather.)
Antônimos
clear skies (Weather with no storm clouds or precipitation.)
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calm weather (Conditions without strong wind, rain, or storm activity.)
Colocações
a thunderstorm hits
|a thunderstorm rolls in
|a thunderstorm moves through
|a thunderstorm is approaching
|a sudden thunderstorm
|a summer thunderstorm
|an afternoon thunderstorm
|a thunderstorm warning
|thunderstorm activity
|caught in a thunderstorm
Temas
weather
|nature
|daily_life
Exemplos
- A thunderstorm knocked out the power last night.
- We stayed inside until the thunderstorm passed.
- The forecast says there’s a chance of a thunderstorm this evening.
Exemplos para estudantes
- There is a thunderstorm today.
- I am scared of thunder during a thunderstorm.
Substantivo
literary
C1
event
2
sudden violent outburst or turmoil
A very strong, sudden reaction, like anger or criticism.
Padrão de uso:
a thunderstorm of [criticism/anger/protest]
Erro comum:
This figurative use is less common; in most situations, thunderstorm refers to weather.
Sinônimos
storm (Common metaphor for trouble or conflict; broader and less vivid.)
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outburst (Focuses on sudden anger or strong emotion.)
Antônimos
calm (A peaceful situation without conflict or intense reaction.)
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quiet (A lack of strong public response or argument.)
Colocações
a thunderstorm of criticism
|a thunderstorm of protest
|a thunderstorm of outrage
|a political thunderstorm
|spark a thunderstorm
|trigger a thunderstorm
Temas
emotions
|communication
|society
Exemplos
- The comment set off a thunderstorm of criticism online.
- His resignation caused a political thunderstorm in the capital.
- The report was followed by a thunderstorm of angry emails.
Exemplos para estudantes
- The news caused a thunderstorm of complaints.
Gramática
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thunderstorm
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GB/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/
US/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/
Sílabas e tonicidade
thun - der - storm (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (thun)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: thunderstorm
- Plural: thunderstorms
Expressões
chance of thunderstorms
1/t͡ʃˈæns əv θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹmz/
fixed phrase
forecast: storms are possible
The weather report says thunderstorms might happen.
Exemplos
- Tomorrow will be hot with a chance of thunderstorms in the evening.
- The app shows a 40% chance of thunderstorms after 6 p.m.
- We postponed the game because there was a chance of thunderstorms.
pop-up thunderstorm
1/pˈɑp ˈʌp θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/
fixed phrase
informal
sudden, localized thunderstorm
A thunderstorm that starts suddenly in one place.
Exemplos
- We got caught in a pop-up thunderstorm on the drive home.
- The desert is known for pop-up thunderstorms in late summer.
- Keep an eye on the sky—pop-up thunderstorms can form fast.
severe thunderstorm
1/sɪvˈɪɹ θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm/
fixed phrase
technical
dangerous, intense thunderstorm
A very strong and dangerous thunderstorm.
Exemplos
- A severe thunderstorm is expected to move through the area tonight.
- The picnic was canceled because of a severe thunderstorm.
- Severe thunderstorms can bring damaging winds and hail.
thunderstorm season
1/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm sˈizən/
fixed phrase
time of year with storms
The part of the year when thunderstorms are common.
Exemplos
- Thunderstorm season usually starts in late spring here.
- During thunderstorm season, the air can change quickly.
- We planned our hike for the morning because it’s thunderstorm season.
thunderstorm warning
1/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm wˈɔɹnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
technical
official alert: storm is imminent
An official message saying a thunderstorm is coming soon or happening now.
Exemplos
- The weather service issued a thunderstorm warning for the county.
- We went inside when the thunderstorm warning popped up on our phones.
- The thunderstorm warning lasted until 9 p.m.
thunderstorm watch
1/θˈʌndɚstˌɔɹm wˈɔt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
technical
conditions favorable for storms
An official message saying thunderstorms may happen.
Exemplos
- The region is under a thunderstorm watch this afternoon.
- They issued a thunderstorm watch, so we brought the outdoor furniture inside.
- A thunderstorm watch doesn’t guarantee storms, but it means you should stay alert.