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    Rafales (en. Gusts)

    /ʁa.fal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A series of rapid strikes or events.
    The claps of thunder took everyone by surprise.
    Les rafales de tonnerre ont surpris tout le monde.
    In aviation, turbulent air movements.
    The pilot had to navigate through difficult gusts.
    Le pilote a dû naviguer à travers des rafales difficiles.
    A sudden and intense burst of air.
    Gusts of wind shook the trees.
    Des rafales de vent ont secoué les arbres.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'rafal', derived from the word 'rafler' which means 'to blow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    snow squalls
    Sudden and violent snowfalls.
    rafales de neige
    to make gusts
    To act in a quick and explosive manner.
    faire des rafales
    rain squalls
    Intense precipitation over a short duration.
    rafales de pluie

    Related Words

    wind
    Movement of atmospheric air.
    vent
    storm
    A violent meteorological phenomenon.
    tempête
    squall
    A strong and sudden gust of wind.
    bourrasque

    Slang Meanings

    Unexpected turbulence.
    It has been gusty in my life lately.
    Ça a été des rafales dans ma vie dernièrement.
    To have a moment of intensity.
    That concert was a burst of energy!
    Ce concert, c'était des rafales d'énergie !