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Sturm

storm

noun SHTOORM Rare
Animals & Nature Weather

Also means

gale

Usage Note

Sturm is masculine (der Sturm). On the Beaufort scale, Sturm refers to wind forces 9-10; Sturmbö (storm gust) is a sudden strong gust. Beyond weather, Sturm is used figuratively (ein Sturm der Entrüstung, 'a storm of indignation').

Examples

"Der Sturm entwurzelte mehrere alte Bäume im Park."

Natural Translation

The storm uprooted several old trees in the park.

Literal Translation

The storm uprooted several old trees in the park.

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