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    Terremoto (en. Earthquake)

    te-re-mo-to

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Natural phenomenon that consists of a vibration of the Earth's surface.
    The 7.0 magnitude earthquake caused severe damage in the city.
    El terremoto de magnitud 7.0 causó graves daños en la ciudad.
    Tremor or shaking of the ground that can cause disasters.
    After the earthquake, rescue operations were organized.
    Después del terremoto, se organizaron labores de rescate.
    Sudden and abrupt change in the position of tectonic plates.
    Earthquakes are a consequence of earthquakes that occur on the seafloor.
    Los sismos son consecuencia de terremotos ocurridos en el fondo marino.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'terra' (earth) and 'motus' (movement).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    devastating earthquake
    An earthquake that causes great destruction.
    terremoto devastador
    earthquake prevention
    Actions taken to prevent damage caused by earthquakes.
    prevención de terremotos
    seismic zone
    Area where earthquakes frequently occur.
    zona sísmica

    Related Words

    quake
    Phenomenon that results from an earthquake.
    sismo
    tectonic plate
    Portion of the Earth's crust that moves and can cause earthquakes.
    placa tectónica
    tsunami
    Giant wave that can be generated by a submarine earthquake.
    tsunami

    Slang Meanings

    couple's earthquake
    When they argue a lot and make each other feel loved, it is said they have a 'couple's earthquake.'
    Cuando discuten mucho y se hacen querer, se dice que tienen un 'terremoto de pareja'.
    cosmic earthquake
    A very lively or chaotic party can be called a 'cosmic earthquake.'
    Una fiesta muy movida o caótica puede ser llamada un 'terremoto cósmico'.