A1 noun Neutral #184 am häufigsten

lightning

/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/

Lightning is a sudden, bright flash of electricity in the sky during a storm. It usually happens between clouds or between a cloud and the ground, followed by the sound of thunder.

Beispiele

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1

The lightning was very bright during the storm.

The bright flash in the sky was easy to see during the rain.

2

The building was equipped with a rod to prevent damage from lightning.

The tall house had a metal stick to stay safe from sky electricity.

3

Did you see that lightning? It was huge!

Did you look at that big flash of light?

Wortfamilie

Nomen
lightning
Verb
lighten
Adjektiv
lightning
Verwandt
thunder
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Merkhilfe

Remember that LIGHTning is the LIGHT you see, and THunder is the THump you hear.

Schnelles Quiz

We saw a bright ___ of lightning in the sky.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: flash

Beispiele

1

The lightning was very bright during the storm.

everyday

The bright flash in the sky was easy to see during the rain.

2

The building was equipped with a rod to prevent damage from lightning.

formal

The tall house had a metal stick to stay safe from sky electricity.

3

Did you see that lightning? It was huge!

informal

Did you look at that big flash of light?

4

Lightning occurs when electrical charges build up in the atmosphere.

academic

Light in the sky happens when electricity grows in the air.

5

The outdoor event was delayed because of the lightning risk.

business

The party outside started late because the sky electricity was dangerous.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
lightning
Verb
lighten
Adjektiv
lightning
Verwandt
thunder

Häufige Kollokationen

bolt of lightning a single line of lightning
lightning strike when lightning hits something
flash of lightning a quick light from lightning
lightning fast moving very quickly
heat lightning lightning seen from a distance on a warm night

Häufige Phrasen

at lightning speed

doing something very, very fast

lightning never strikes twice

unusual things don't happen to the same person again

a bolt from the blue

a total surprise

Wird oft verwechselt mit

lightning vs lightening

Lightening is a verb that means making something less heavy or lighter in color.

lightning vs thunder

Thunder is the loud noise you hear, while lightning is the light you see.

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Nutzungshinweise

Lightning is usually an uncountable noun. To talk about one instance, say 'a flash of lightning' or 'a bolt of lightning'.

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Häufige Fehler

Do not say 'I saw many lightnings.' Instead, say 'I saw many flashes of lightning.'

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Merkhilfe

Remember that LIGHTning is the LIGHT you see, and THunder is the THump you hear.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Middle English word 'lightnen', which means to become bright.

Grammatikmuster

Uncountable noun Often used with the verb 'strike' Commonly used in the phrase 'lightning and thunder'
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Kultureller Kontext

In many ancient myths, lightning was seen as a weapon used by powerful gods like Zeus or Thor.

Schnelles Quiz

We saw a bright ___ of lightning in the sky.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: flash

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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

A1

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

A1

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

A1

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

A1

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

A1

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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