Cool MateMeaning of Tremor
A sudden shaking or vibration, especially due to an earthquake.
In simple words: A shaking movement, often from an earthquake.
Tremor in a sentence
- The tremor was felt across the entire region, causing panic among residents.
- After the tremor, the researchers studied the aftershocks that followed.
- Patients with Parkinson's disease often experience a tremor in their hands.
- The loud tremor of the machinery made it hard to have a conversation.
- She felt a slight tremor in her voice when she spoke about the tragedy.
How to use Tremor
Used in both scientific contexts (earthquakes) and medical settings (muscle tremors). Generally neutral, but can be dramatic in newspaper headlines.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'tremor' as a 'trembling' earth, shaking beneath your feet.
Related words
Collocations with Tremor
- earthquake tremor
- muscle tremor
- tremor scale
- nervous tremor
- aftershock tremors
Synonyms for Tremor
- quake
- shudder
- vibration
- shake
- oscillation
Opposites of Tremor
- calm
- stillness
Common mistakes with Tremor
- Mistakenly using 'tremors' for light shaking or vibrations.
- Confusing 'tremor' with 'tremble', which implies nervousness rather than physical shaking.
- Using 'tremor' only for earthquakes, ignoring other contexts such as medical.
Tremor appears in
Tremor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ارتعاش
حركة اهتزاز، غالبًا بسبب زلزال.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কাঁপুনি, কম্পন
একটি ঝাঁকুনি, প্রায়শই ভূমিকম্প থেকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Erschütterung, Zittern
Eine schüttelnde Bewegung, oft von einem Erdbeben.
- SpanishEspañol
Temblor
Un movimiento de sacudida, a menudo por un terremoto.
- Persianفارسی
لرزش
حرکت لرزشی، معمولاً ناشی از زلزله.
- FrenchFrançais
Tremblement
Un mouvement de secousse, souvent causé par un tremblement de terre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कंपन
हिलने की क्रिया, अक्सर भूकंप से।
- ItalianItaliano
Tremore
Un movimento di scuotimento, spesso causato da un terremoto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tremor
Um movimento de tremer, muitas vezes causado por um terramoto.
- RussianРусский
Тремор, дрожь
Дрожание, часто от землетрясения.
- Urduاردو
لرزش
ایک ہلنے والی حرکت، اکثر زلزلے سے۔
- Chinese中文
震颤, 颤抖
一种摇晃的动作，通常是地震引起的。
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- Very good
Used to express a high level of quality or satisfaction.
- WrittenB1
expressed in writing rather than in speech
- You haven't written a word
Indicates that no writing has been done.
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Frequently asked questions about Tremor
What does Tremor mean?
A shaking movement, often from an earthquake.
What is the definition of Tremor?
A sudden shaking or vibration, especially due to an earthquake.
How do you use Tremor in a sentence?
The tremor was felt across the entire region, causing panic among residents.
Can you give another example of Tremor?
After the tremor, the researchers studied the aftershocks that followed.
What are synonyms for Tremor?
Common alternatives include quake, shudder, vibration, shake, oscillation.
What is the opposite of Tremor?
Opposite meanings include calm, stillness.
What words go with Tremor?
It commonly pairs with earthquake tremor, muscle tremor, tremor scale, nervous tremor, aftershock tremors.
What are common mistakes when using Tremor?
Mistakenly using 'tremors' for light shaking or vibrations. Confusing 'tremor' with 'tremble', which implies nervousness rather than physical shaking. Using 'tremor' only for earthquakes, ignoring other contexts such as medical.
How do you pronounce Tremor?
US: //ˈtrɛm.ɚ//, UK: //ˈtrɛm.ər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tremor?
Used in both scientific contexts (earthquakes) and medical settings (muscle tremors). Generally neutral, but can be dramatic in newspaper headlines.