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    Tonnerres (en. Thunders)

    [tɔnɛʁ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A sudden and powerful noise, often associated with storms.
    The thunder rumbled in the distance during the storm.
    Le tonnerre gronda au loin lors de la tempête.
    A thunderclap, a loud noise, a crash.
    The thunder crashed just after the lightning.
    Le tonnerre a éclaté juste après l'éclair.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'tonner', originating from the Latin 'tonare', meaning 'to make noise'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    thunder of Brest
    An expression indicating great surprise or strong emotion.
    tonnerre de Brest
    thunderclap
    A sudden and unexpected event.
    coup de tonnerre
    to have a thunderbolt
    To feel very surprised or shocked.
    avoir un coup de tonnerre

    Related Words

    thunder
    To produce a loud noise, like thunder.
    tonner
    storm
    A weather phenomenon accompanied by thunder and lightning.
    orage
    lightning
    A bright flash in the sky, often associated with thunder.
    éclair

    Slang Meanings

    A surprising event.
    It was a real thunder when he announced his departure.
    C'était un vrai tonnerre quand il a annoncé son départ.
    A noise that attracts attention.
    Your comment was a real thunder in the discussion.
    Ton commentaire a été un vrai tonnerre dans la discussion.