Cool MateMeaning of Thunder
A loud rumbling or crashing noise caused by electrical discharge during a storm.
In simple words: A loud noise made by lightning.
Thunder in a sentence
- The thunder echoed through the mountains after the lightning struck.
- We could hear the thunder before the rain started pouring down.
- Children often get scared when they hear the loud thunder during a storm.
- She jumped when the thunder crashed nearby.
- The thunder rolled ominously as the storm approached.
- It sounded like thunder was shaking the entire house.
How to use Thunder
Use 'thunder' when speaking about storms. It is not typically used in formal contexts. Avoid using it metaphorically.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'thunder' as a loud drumbeat from the sky during a storm.
Related words
Collocations with Thunder
- hear thunder
- loud thunder
- heavy thunder
- thunder and lightning
- peal of thunder
Common mistakes with Thunder
- Mixing 'thunder' with 'lightning' - 'thunder' is the sound, 'lightning' is the flash.
- Using 'thunder' to describe mild noises - it's specifically for the loud sound of storms.
- Confusing the spelling with 'thunderer' - they are different forms.
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Thunder in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رعد
صوت عالٍ يصدر عن البرق.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মেঘের গর্জন
বজ্রপাতের ফলে হওয়া জোরে আওয়াজ।
- GermanDeutsch
Donner
Ein lautes Geräusch, das vom Blitz kommt.
- SpanishEspañol
Trueno
Un ruido fuerte que hace un rayo.
- Persianفارسی
رعد
صدای بلندی که توسط صاعقه ایجاد میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Tonnerre
Un bruit fort fait par la foudre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गरज
बिजली से होने वाली ज़ोर की आवाज़।
- ItalianItaliano
Tuono
Un forte rumore fatto dai fulmini.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Trovão
Um barulho alto feito por um raio.
- RussianРусский
Гром
Громкий звук, издаваемый молнией.
- Urduاردو
گرج / گرجنا
بجلی سے پیدا ہونے والا ایک زوردار شور۔
- Chinese中文
雷声
闪电发出的巨大响声。
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Frequently asked questions about Thunder
What does Thunder mean?
A loud noise made by lightning.
What is the definition of Thunder?
A loud rumbling or crashing noise caused by electrical discharge during a storm.
How do you use Thunder in a sentence?
The thunder echoed through the mountains after the lightning struck.
Can you give another example of Thunder?
We could hear the thunder before the rain started pouring down.
What are synonyms for Thunder?
Common alternatives include rumble, roar, boom, crash, din.
What words go with Thunder?
It commonly pairs with hear thunder, loud thunder, heavy thunder, thunder and lightning, peal of thunder.
What are common mistakes when using Thunder?
Mixing 'thunder' with 'lightning' - 'thunder' is the sound, 'lightning' is the flash. Using 'thunder' to describe mild noises - it's specifically for the loud sound of storms. Confusing the spelling with 'thunderer' - they are different forms.
How do you pronounce Thunder?
US: //ˈθʌndər//, UK: //ˈθʌndə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Thunder?
Use 'thunder' when speaking about storms. It is not typically used in formal contexts. Avoid using it metaphorically.