Meaning of Cyclone
A large scale weather system characterized by strong winds rotating around a low-pressure center.
In simple words: A strong storm with rotating winds.
Cyclone in a sentence
- The cyclone damaged many homes along the coast.
- Meteorologists predict a strong cyclone could hit the region next week.
- During the cyclone, the winds reached speeds of 150 mph.
- Evacuation warnings were issued as the cyclone approached the island.
- The cyclone caused widespread flooding and power outages.
- Rescue teams were deployed to assist those affected by the cyclone.
How to use Cyclone
Used in both formal and casual contexts, primarily in weather reports and discussions about natural disasters. Avoid overly technical jargon when speaking to non-experts.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'cycle' spinning fast like a storm.
Related words
Collocations with Cyclone
- tropical cyclone
- severe cyclone
- cyclone warning
- cyclone season
- cyclone damage
Common mistakes with Cyclone
- Confused with 'tornado'; a cyclone is larger and has different characteristics.
- Spelling mistakes, often written as 'cyclon' without the 'e'.
Cyclone appears in
Cyclone in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إعصار
عاصفة قوية برياح دوارة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঘূর্ণিঝড়
ঘূর্ণায়মান বাতাস সহ একটি শক্তিশালী ঝড়।
- GermanDeutsch
Zyklon
Ein starker Sturm mit rotierenden Winden.
- SpanishEspañol
Ciclón
Una tormenta fuerte con vientos que giran.
- Persianفارسی
طوفان گردابی
یک طوفان قوی با بادهای چرخشی.
- FrenchFrançais
Cyclone
Une grosse tempête avec des vents qui tournent.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चक्रवात
तेज हवाओं वाला एक भयंकर तूफान।
- ItalianItaliano
Ciclone
Una forte tempesta con venti rotanti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ciclone
Uma tempestade forte com ventos giratórios.
- RussianРусский
Циклон
Сильный шторм с вращающимися ветрами.
- Urduاردو
سائیکلون
گردش کرنے والی تیز ہواؤں والا ایک شدید طوفان۔
- Chinese中文
气旋
一种有旋转强风的猛烈风暴。
More s like Cyclone
- HurricaneB1
a violent storm with very strong winds, especially in the western Atlantic Ocean
- Typhoon
A tropical cyclone occurring in the Northwest Pacific Ocean.
- StormA2
very bad weather with strong winds and rain, and often thunder and lightning
- Tempest
- DroughtB2
A prolonged dry period with insufficient rainfall.
- BatteryB1
a device that is placed inside a car engine, clock, radio, etc. and that produces the electricity that makes it work
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Frequently asked questions about Cyclone
What does Cyclone mean?
A strong storm with rotating winds.
What is the definition of Cyclone?
A large scale weather system characterized by strong winds rotating around a low-pressure center.
How do you use Cyclone in a sentence?
The cyclone damaged many homes along the coast.
Can you give another example of Cyclone?
Meteorologists predict a strong cyclone could hit the region next week.
What are synonyms for Cyclone?
Common alternatives include hurricane, typhoon, storm, whirlwind, tempest.
What words go with Cyclone?
It commonly pairs with tropical cyclone, severe cyclone, cyclone warning, cyclone season, cyclone damage.
What are common mistakes when using Cyclone?
Confused with 'tornado'; a cyclone is larger and has different characteristics. Spelling mistakes, often written as 'cyclon' without the 'e'.
How do you pronounce Cyclone?
US: //ˈsaɪkloʊn//, UK: //ˈsaɪkləʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cyclone?
Used in both formal and casual contexts, primarily in weather reports and discussions about natural disasters. Avoid overly technical jargon when speaking to non-experts.