Tempestades (en. Storms)

/tem.pes.'ta.des/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A violent meteorological phenomenon that includes heavy rain and strong winds.
Summer storms are common in this region.
Las tempestades de verano son comunes en esta región.
Conflicts or crisis situations in personal or social life.
He endured personal storms that strengthened him.
Atravesó tempestades personales que lo fortalecieron.

Etymology

From Latin 'tempestas', which means 'weather' or 'climate, storm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the midst of the storm
in a complicated or difficult situation.
en medio de la tempestad
to face the storms
to confront adverse situations.
hacer frente a las tempestades

Related Words

storm
Meteorological phenomenon that can include rain, wind, and lightning.
tormenta
wind
Movement of air that can vary in intensity.
viento
climate
State of the atmosphere in a specific place and time.
clima

Slang Meanings

A chaotic or problematic situation.
The party ended in storms when the police showed up.
La fiesta terminó en tempestades cuando apareció la policía.
An intense conflict between people.
Their arguments are storms that never end on good terms.
Sus discusiones son tempestades que nunca terminan en buenos términos.