Cool MateMeaning of Tornado
A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.
In simple words: A very strong wind that spins in a circle and can destroy buildings.
Tornado in a sentence
- The tornado caused significant damage to the town.
- Meteorologists predicted a tornado could form later today.
- In May, several tornadoes touched down in the Midwest.
- She was terrified watching the tornado approach their home.
- After the tornado passed, the landscape looked completely different.
How to use Tornado
Use 'tornado' when discussing severe weather, particularly in meteorological or news contexts. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English but may not be used in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
noun
Memory hint
Think of a toy that spins around, a tornado spins like that but is very powerful.
Related words
Collocations with Tornado
- tornado warning
- tornado watch
- severe tornado
- tornado alley
- tornado sightings
Common mistakes with Tornado
- Confusing 'tornado' with 'hurricane' - they are different types of storms.
- Using 'tornadoes' incorrectly as a verb form.
- Overusing the term in non-weather contexts.
Tornado appears in
Tornado in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إعصار
رياح قوية جداً تدور في دائرة ويمكن أن تدمر المباني.
- Bengaliবাংলা
টর্নেডো
খুব শক্তিশালী বাতাস যা বৃত্তাকারে ঘোরে এবং বাড়িঘর ধ্বংস করতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
Tornado
Ein sehr starker Wind, der sich im Kreis dreht und Gebäude zerstören kann.
- SpanishEspañol
Tornado
Un viento muy fuerte que gira en círculo y puede destruir edificios.
- Persianفارسی
تندباد
یک باد خیلی قوی که به دور خودش میچرخد و میتواند ساختمانها را ویران کند.
- FrenchFrançais
Tornade
Un vent très fort qui tourne en rond et peut détruire des bâtiments.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बवंडर
एक बहुत तेज़ हवा जो गोल-गोल घूमती है और इमारतों को तबाह कर सकती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Tornado
Un vento molto forte che gira in cerchio e può distruggere edifici.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tornado
Um vento muito forte que gira em círculo e pode destruir prédios.
- RussianРусский
Торнадо
Очень сильный ветер, который вращается по кругу и может разрушать здания.
- Urduاردو
طوفان گردباد
ایک بہت تیز ہوا جو دائرے میں گھومتی ہے اور عمارتوں کو تباہ کر سکتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
龙卷风
一种非常强的旋转风，能摧毁建筑物。
More s like Tornado
- Cyclone
A large scale weather system characterized by strong winds rotating around a low-pressure center.
- StormA2
very bad weather with strong winds and rain, and often thunder and lightning
- VisibleB2
Able to be seen; not hidden or obscured.
- HumidB1
Having a high level of moisture in the air.
- ScorchB1
To burn the surface of something with heat.
- DroughtB2
A prolonged dry period with insufficient rainfall.
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Frequently asked questions about Tornado
What does Tornado mean?
A very strong wind that spins in a circle and can destroy buildings.
What is the definition of Tornado?
A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.
How do you use Tornado in a sentence?
The tornado caused significant damage to the town.
Can you give another example of Tornado?
Meteorologists predicted a tornado could form later today.
What are synonyms for Tornado?
Common alternatives include twister, cyclone, whirlwind, storm, vortex.
What words go with Tornado?
It commonly pairs with tornado warning, tornado watch, severe tornado, tornado alley, tornado sightings.
What are common mistakes when using Tornado?
Confusing 'tornado' with 'hurricane' - they are different types of storms. Using 'tornadoes' incorrectly as a verb form. Overusing the term in non-weather contexts.
How do you pronounce Tornado?
US: //tɔˈneɪdoʊ//, UK: //tɔːˈneɪdəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tornado?
Use 'tornado' when discussing severe weather, particularly in meteorological or news contexts. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English but may not be used in casual conversations.