hurricane
/ˈhʌrɪkən/ · /ˈhɝːɪkeɪn/
CEFR level B1Topic EnvironmentWord #2147 in the learning path
飓风
Definitions
n. a powerful tropical storm with extremely strong winds
飓风
Example
We stayed indoors as the hurricane approached the coast.
飓风逼近海岸时，我们待在室内。
Coastal cities need stronger flood defences and reliable warning systems to protect residents when a hurricane approaches.
沿海城市需要更坚固的防洪设施和可靠的预警系统，以在飓风来临时保护居民。
Collocations
- powerful hurricane
- hurricane season
- hurricane warning
- hurricane damage
Synonyms
- tropical cyclone
Usage tip
hurricane和typhoon均属热带气旋，名称因海域而异。
FAQ
- What does hurricane mean?
- a powerful tropical storm with extremely strong winds
- How is hurricane pronounced?
- UK /ˈhʌrɪkən/, US /ˈhɝːɪkeɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
