der Monsun
Translation
monsoon
Examples
Der Monsun bringt starken Regen.
The monsoon brings heavy rain.
Wir warten auf den Beginn des Monsuns.
We are waiting for the beginning of the monsoon.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) Der Monsun kommt bald.
((in genitive case)) to show possession die Stärke des Monsuns
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Regenzeit (rainy season)
Etymology
From Arabic 'mawsim' (season), via Portuguese 'monção'.
Memory Tips
Very similar to the English word 'monsoon'. Remember that it is a masculine noun: 'der Monsun'.