der Sturm
Translation
storm, gale, assault, rush
Examples
Ein starker Sturm kommt auf.
A strong storm is coming.
Der Sturm auf die Burg begann am Morgen.
The assault on the castle began in the morning.
Grammar Patterns
a storm is brewing/coming ein Sturm zieht auf A heavy storm is brewing.
the storming of/assault on ((sth.)) der Sturm auf ((et4)) The storming of the Bastille is a historical event.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Unwetter (severe weather), Gewitter (thunderstorm); Angriff (attack), Attacke (attack)
Etymology
From Old High German 'sturm', meaning 'commotion, attack'. Cognate with English 'storm'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'storm'. To remember the second meaning, picture soldiers 'storming' a castle.