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    Vendaval (en. Gale)

    /ben.deˈβal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Meteorological phenomenon characterized by intense winds.
    The gale knocked down trees and caused damage to houses.
    El vendaval derribó árboles y causó daños en las viviendas.
    Storm or tempest that brings strong gusts of wind.
    During the gale, the sea waves reached enormous sizes.
    Durante el vendaval, las olas del mar alcanzaron tamaños descomunales.

    Etymology

    It comes from the old Castilian term 'vendaval', which relates to 'wind' and 'naval'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gale of ideas
    It refers to a large amount of ideas or thoughts that arise suddenly.
    vendaval de ideas
    to be like a gale
    Expression that indicates a person who acts in a very quick or intense manner.
    ser como un vendaval

    Related Words

    storm
    Atmospheric disturbance that can include wind, rain, and storms.
    temporal
    hurricane
    Storm system characterized by very intense winds, generally in the oceans.
    huracán

    Slang Meanings

    Disorder or chaos that occurs quickly.
    The argument turned into a gale and no one could control the situation.
    La discusión se volvió un vendaval y nadie podía controlar la situación.
    Chaotic situation at a party or event.
    When the music started, the party turned into a gale of dancing and laughter.
    Cuando empezó la música, la fiesta se convirtió en un vendaval de bailes y risas.