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    Tempêtes (en. Storms)

    /tɑ̃.pɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Meteorological phenomenon characterized by strong winds and precipitation.
    The storm caused significant damage in the region.
    La tempête a causé de nombreux dégâts dans la région.
    Agitated, tumultuous movement, which can also refer to emotional upheaval.
    He is going through an inner storm after his breakup.
    Il traverse une tempête intérieure après sa rupture.
    Sudden and intense event, often of short duration.
    A snowstorm paralyzed the city.
    Une tempête de neige a paralysé la ville.

    Etymology

    From old French 'tempeste', derived from Latin 'tempestas', meaning 'weather, storm'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have storms in the sky
    To have extreme weather conditions.
    avoir des tempêtes dans le ciel
    a storm in a teacup
    A great commotion over trivial matters.
    tempête dans un verre d'eau
    to be in a storm
    To be faced with great difficulties.
    être dans la tempête

    Related Words

    thunderstorm
    Intense meteorology with lightning and thunder.
    orage
    gust
    By sudden and powerful wind surge.
    rafale
    cyclone
    Complex meteorological phenomenon, often very destructive.
    cyclone

    Slang Meanings

    To have many problems or concerns.
    This week, it’s a storm for me with all these exams.
    Cette semaine, c'est la tempête pour moi avec tous ces examens.
    To be in a chaotic or disorderly situation.
    His apartment is a real storm; he should clean up.
    Son appartement est une vraie tempête, il devrait faire le ménage.