English–German

“thunderstorm” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈvɪtɐ/

Example

Ein Gewitter zieht auf.

A thunderstorm is approaching.

Illustration for Gewitter (thunderstorm)

How to say “thunderstorm” in German

“Thunderstorm” in German is Gewitter.

A fast-moving mass of black cloud combines sudden lightning, loud thunder, and intense rain.

Full entry for Gewitter: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Gewitter

Nach dem Gewitter roch die Luft frisch.

The air smelled fresh after the thunderstorm.

Tips for using Gewitter

  • The impersonal verb is es gewittert, while ein Gewitter names the weather event itself.

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