Storm in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'storm' is 'tormenta', pronounced tohr-MEHN-tah (IPA: /toɾˈmenta/). It is a B1-level feminine noun (plural: tormentas).
Pronunciation: tohr-MEHN-tah
| Spanish | tormenta |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | tohr-MEHN-tah · /toɾˈmenta/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | tormentas |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'tormenta'
- Hay tormenta esta noche.
There is a storm tonight. - ¿Tienes miedo de las tormentas?
Are you afraid of storms? - La tormenta cortó la luz en todo el barrio.
The storm cut the power in the whole neighborhood. - El partido de fútbol se canceló porque una tormenta muy fuerte llegó justo antes de empezar.
The soccer game was canceled because a very strong storm arrived right before it started.
Common Phrases with 'tormenta'
- tormenta eléctrica
thunderstorm - una tormenta en un vaso de agua
a storm in a teacup
How to Use 'tormenta'
La tormenta is feminine. Use hay tormenta (there's a storm) or viene una tormenta (a storm is coming). A tormenta eléctrica is a thunderstorm; a tropical hurricane is un huracán.
Regional note: In parts of Latin America, temporal is also common for a big storm, especially with heavy rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Storm' in Spanish is 'tormenta', pronounced tohr-MEHN-tah.
It is spelled t-o-r-m-e-n-t-a.
'Tormenta' is feminine: you say 'la tormenta'.
The plural of 'tormenta' is 'tormentas'.
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