Translation of German word "Gewitter" to English
dasGewitter
Meaning
NounA storm consisting of thunder and lightning produced by a cumulonimbus, usually accompanied with heavy rain, wind, and sometimes hail; and in rarer cases sleet, freezing rain, or snow.
How to use
Gewitter ('thunderstorm') is a neuter noun: das Gewitter (plural: die Gewitter). Derived from Wetter (weather). Ein Gewitter zieht auf — A thunderstorm is brewing.
🇬🇧 English
thunderstorm
Example
Ein heftiges Gewitter zog über die Stadt hinweg.
A severe thunderstorm passed over the city.
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Common phrases
- Gewitter zieht auf— thunderstorm is approaching / gathering
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What is the definition of the German word "das Gewitter"?▼
The German word "das Gewitter" is defined as: "A storm consisting of thunder and lightning produced by a cumulonimbus, usually accompanied with heavy rain, wind, and sometimes hail; and in rarer cases sleet, freezing rain, or snow."
What does the German word "das Gewitter" mean?▼
The German word "das Gewitter" means "thunderstorm" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Gewitter"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein heftiges Gewitter zog über die Stadt hinweg." (which translates as "A severe thunderstorm passed over the city.").
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