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tornado

/tɔːrˈneɪdoʊ/

A tornado is a violent and powerful windstorm that looks like a tall, spinning tube of clouds. It moves across the land in a narrow path, often causing a lot of damage to buildings and trees.

أمثلة

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1

The family hid in the basement during the tornado.

The family went to the lowest part of the house to stay safe from the storm.

2

The governor declared a state of emergency after the massive tornado hit the town.

The leader said the town needed extra help because of the big storm.

3

That tornado last night was crazy; it totally destroyed the old barn.

The windstorm last night was very intense and broke the farm building.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
tornado
صفة
tornadic
مرتبط
storm
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the letter 'T'—a Tornado is a Tall tube that Tears things apart.

اختبار سريع

The loud ___ warned the residents that a tornado was coming.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: siren

أمثلة

1

The family hid in the basement during the tornado.

everyday

The family went to the lowest part of the house to stay safe from the storm.

2

The governor declared a state of emergency after the massive tornado hit the town.

formal

The leader said the town needed extra help because of the big storm.

3

That tornado last night was crazy; it totally destroyed the old barn.

informal

The windstorm last night was very intense and broke the farm building.

4

Meteorologists use Doppler radar to track the path of a developing tornado.

academic

Weather scientists use special tools to see where the spinning storm is going.

5

Our company offers insurance policies specifically covering tornado damage.

business

Our business provides protection if the windstorm breaks your property.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
tornado
صفة
tornadic
مرتبط
storm

تلازمات شائعة

tornado warning An official alert that a tornado is nearby.
tornado siren A loud noise used to warn people of a storm.
severe tornado A very strong and dangerous windstorm.
tornado alley An area where these storms happen very often.
seek shelter To find a safe place to hide from the wind.

العبارات الشائعة

Tornado Alley

A region in the US known for frequent tornadoes.

A tornado of activity

A situation where someone is moving or working very fast and messily.

Ride out the storm

To stay safe and wait until a dangerous situation ends.

يُخلط عادةً مع

tornado vs hurricane

A tornado is a small, intense spinning wind over land, while a hurricane is a huge storm system that forms over the ocean.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

The word 'tornado' is used specifically for the funnel-shaped wind. In the United States, the informal term 'twister' is very common.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use 'tornado' for any strong wind. Remember it must have a spinning, tube-like shape to be a tornado.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the letter 'T'—a Tornado is a Tall tube that Tears things apart.

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أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Spanish words 'tronada' (thunderstorm) and 'tornar' (to turn).

أنماط نحوية

Countable noun Plural: tornadoes or tornados Often used with the verb 'hit' or 'touch down'
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السياق الثقافي

In the United States, tornadoes are a major part of the culture in the Midwest, where schools often have 'tornado drills'.

اختبار سريع

The loud ___ warned the residents that a tornado was coming.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: siren

مزيد من كلمات Weather

windy

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Windy is an adjective used to describe weather conditions where there is a lot of strong, moving air. It characterizes a day or a place where the wind is blowing harder than usual, often making it feel colder or causing objects to move.

foggy

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Foggy is an adjective used to describe weather where there is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets near the ground. It makes it very difficult to see things that are far away or even close by.

stormy

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Describes weather that is characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and often thunder or lightning. It can also refer to a situation or relationship marked by strong conflict or angry arguments.

overcast

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An overcast is a condition where the entire sky is covered with clouds and no sun can be seen. It describes a grey and dull sky that often happens before rain or during cold days.

cool

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Describes a temperature that is moderately cold, typically in a way that is pleasant or refreshing. It is used to describe weather that is neither hot nor very cold, often requiring a light jacket.

freezing

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Freezing refers to the temperature at which water turns into ice, which is 0°C or 32°F. It describes the process or the state of the weather when it is cold enough for liquid to become solid.

humid

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Humid describes air that feels wet, damp, and sticky because it contains a lot of water vapor. It is often used to describe hot weather that makes you feel sweaty.

wet

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Describes something that is covered in or full of water or another liquid. In the context of weather, it refers to a day or period when it is raining.

mild

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Mild describes weather that is warmer than usual for a specific time of year, especially in winter or autumn. It means the temperature is moderate and pleasant, rather than being very cold or freezing.

rain

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Rain is water that falls from clouds in the sky in small drops. It is a natural weather event that provides water for plants and fills rivers and lakes.

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