Cool MateMeaning of Avalanche
A sudden and fast flow of snow down a mountainside.
In simple words: A large amount of snow and ice that suddenly falls down a mountain.
Avalanche in a sentence
- The avalanche swept down the mountain, burying everything in its path.
- Skiers were warned to stay clear of areas prone to avalanche risk.
- The sudden avalanche caught many climbers by surprise.
- After the avalanche, rescue teams searched for survivors among the snow.
- They monitored the weather closely to avoid an avalanche during their trip.
How to use Avalanche
Use in contexts about snow or mountains. Not suitable for informal conversations unless metaphorically.
Grammar pattern
noun
Memory hint
Think of 'aval' as the sound of snow rushing down a slope.
Related words
Collocations with Avalanche
- avalanche warning
- snow avalanche
- risk of avalanche
- avalanche safety
- avalanche rescue
Synonyms for Avalanche
- snow slide
- landslide
- slide
- lawine
- snowslide
Common mistakes with Avalanche
- Confused with 'avalanche' as a non-snow-related event.
- Incorrectly spelling as 'avalanch' or 'avalnche'.
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Avalanche in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
انهيار ثلجي
كمية كبيرة من الثلج والجليد تسقط فجأة من الجبل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তুষারধস
A large amount of snow and ice that suddenly falls down a mountain.
- GermanDeutsch
Lawine
Eine große Menge Schnee und Eis, die plötzlich einen Berg hinunterfällt.
- SpanishEspañol
Avalancha
Una gran cantidad de nieve y hielo que cae de repente por una montaña.
- Persianفارسی
بهمن
مقدار زیادی برف و یخ که ناگهان از کوه سقوط میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Avalanche
Une grosse quantité de neige et de glace qui tombe soudainement d'une montagne.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हिमस्खलन
बहुत सारी बर्फ़ और बर्फ़ जो अचानक पहाड़ से नीचे गिरती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Valanga
Una grande quantità di neve e ghiaccio che cade improvvisamente da una montagna.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Avalanche
Uma grande quantidade de neve e gelo que cai de repente de uma montanha.
- RussianРусский
Лавина
Большое количество снега и льда, которое внезапно падает с горы.
- Urduاردو
Avalanche
A large amount of snow and ice that suddenly falls down a mountain.
- Chinese中文
雪崩
大量雪和冰突然从山上落下。
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Frequently asked questions about Avalanche
What does Avalanche mean?
A large amount of snow and ice that suddenly falls down a mountain.
What is the definition of Avalanche?
A sudden and fast flow of snow down a mountainside.
How do you use Avalanche in a sentence?
The avalanche swept down the mountain, burying everything in its path.
Can you give another example of Avalanche?
Skiers were warned to stay clear of areas prone to avalanche risk.
What are synonyms for Avalanche?
Common alternatives include snow slide, landslide, slide, lawine, snowslide.
What words go with Avalanche?
It commonly pairs with avalanche warning, snow avalanche, risk of avalanche, avalanche safety, avalanche rescue.
What are common mistakes when using Avalanche?
Confused with 'avalanche' as a non-snow-related event. Incorrectly spelling as 'avalanch' or 'avalnche'.
How do you pronounce Avalanche?
US: //ˈæv.ə.læntʃ//, UK: //ˈæv.ə.læntʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Avalanche?
Use in contexts about snow or mountains. Not suitable for informal conversations unless metaphorically.