tornado
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.
例文
3 / 5The family hid in the basement during the tornado.
The family went to the lowest part of the house to stay safe from the storm.
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.
That tornado last night was crazy; it totally destroyed the old barn.
The windstorm last night was very intense and broke the farm building.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of the letter 'T'—a Tornado is a Tall tube that Tears things apart.
クイックテスト
The loud ___ warned the residents that a tornado was coming.
正解!
正解は: siren
例文
The family hid in the basement during the tornado.
everydayThe family went to the lowest part of the house to stay safe from the storm.
The governor declared a state of emergency after the massive tornado hit the town.
formalThe leader said the town needed extra help because of the big storm.
That tornado last night was crazy; it totally destroyed the old barn.
informalThe windstorm last night was very intense and broke the farm building.
Meteorologists use Doppler radar to track the path of a developing tornado.
academicWeather scientists use special tools to see where the spinning storm is going.
Our company offers insurance policies specifically covering tornado damage.
businessOur business provides protection if the windstorm breaks your property.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
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.
よく混同される語
A tornado is a small, intense spinning wind over land, while a hurricane is a huge storm system that forms over the ocean.
使い方のコツ
The word 'tornado' is used specifically for the funnel-shaped wind. In the United States, the informal term 'twister' is very common.
よくある間違い
Learners sometimes use 'tornado' for any strong wind. Remember it must have a spinning, tube-like shape to be a tornado.
覚え方のコツ
Think of the letter 'T'—a Tornado is a Tall tube that Tears things apart.
語源
Derived from the Spanish words 'tronada' (thunderstorm) and 'tornar' (to turn).
文法パターン
文化的な背景
In the United States, tornadoes are a major part of the culture in the Midwest, where schools often have 'tornado drills'.
クイックテスト
The loud ___ warned the residents that a tornado was coming.
正解!
正解は: siren
関連語彙
Weatherの関連語
windy
A1Windy 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
A1Foggy 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
A1Describes 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
A1An 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
A1Describes 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
A1Freezing 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
A1Humid 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
A1Describes 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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rain
A1Rain 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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