tsunami — a very large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a very large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
Pronunciation (IPA): /tsuˈnɑːmi/
Korean meaning: 해저 지진이나 화산 폭발로 인한 거대한 해일
Korean pronunciation: 쓰**나**미
Example Sentences
- The surfer mistook the approaching tsunami for the perfect wave until he noticed all the fish swimming in the wrong direction.
- Scientists can detect tsunamis using underwater sensors and satellite technology.
- When the cafeteria announced free pizza, there was a tsunami of hungry students rushing to the counter.
tsunami
NOUN//tsuˈnɑːmi//
a very large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
a very large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
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Origin
일본어에서 유래된 단어로, '항구'를 의미하는 'tsu(津)'와 '파도'를 의미하는 'nami(波)'가 합쳐진 말입니다. 어부들이 바다에서 돌아와 보니 항구가 거대한 파도로 파괴되어 있어서 '항구파도'라고 명명했다는 이야기가 있습니다.
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“The surfer mistook the approaching tsunami for the perfect wave until he noticed all the fish swimming in the wrong direction.”
“Scientists can detect tsunamis using underwater sensors and satellite technology.”
“When the cafeteria announced free pizza, there was a tsunami of hungry students rushing to the counter.”
“Coastal areas need effective tsunami preparedness plans to protect residents.”
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