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    Tempestad (en. Storm)

    /tempesˈtað/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Meteorological phenomenon characterized by strong winds and precipitation.
    The storm caused severe damage on the coast.
    La tempestad causó severos daños en la costa.
    Intense confusion or agitation in a given period.
    The storm of emotions overwhelmed her during the discussion.
    La tempestad de emociones la abrumó durante la discusión.
    Natural disaster that causes chaos in a region.
    The storm left many families homeless.
    La tempestad dejó a muchas familias sin hogar.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'tempestas', meaning 'season' or 'climate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a tempest in a teapot
    To make a great fuss over something insignificant.
    hacer tempestad en un vaso de agua
    perfect storm
    Critical situation that is affected by various adverse factors.
    tempestad perfecta
    to sail in the midst of the storm
    To overcome great difficulties with courage.
    navegar en medio de la tempestad

    Related Words

    storm
    Meteorological phenomenon characterized by heavy rain and winds.
    tormenta
    cyclone
    Low-pressure system that generates intense storms.
    ciclón
    agitation
    State of unrest or turbulence that can engender an emotional storm.
    agitación

    Slang Meanings

    Chaotic or complicated situation.
    The project turned into a storm with so many problems.
    El proyecto se volvió una tempestad con tantos problemas.
    Moment of great confusion.
    The meeting was a storm of ideas, no one understood each other.
    La reunión fue una tempestad de ideas, nadie se entendía.