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Schneeschmelze

snowmelt

noun SHNAY-shmel-tseh Rare
Animals & Nature Weather

Also means

thaw season

Usage Note

Schneeschmelze is the seasonal melting of snow, especially in spring. It is frequently discussed in contexts of flooding risk and water management; Frühjahrsschneeschmelze (spring snowmelt) is a common compound.

Examples

"Die Schneeschmelze im April führte zu hohen Pegelständen."

Natural Translation

The snowmelt in April led to high water levels.

Literal Translation

The snowmelt in April led to high water-levels.

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