die Zyklone
Translation
cyclones
Examples
Starke Zyklone ziehen über das Land.
Strong cyclones move across the country.
Die Forscher beobachten die Zyklone genau.
The researchers are observing the cyclones closely.
Grammar Patterns
((Nominative Plural)) as a subject 'cyclones...' Starke Zyklone sind eine Gefahr für die Küstenregionen.
((Accusative Plural)) as a direct object '... the cyclones' Meteorologen beobachten die Zyklone sehr genau.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wirbelstürme (whirlwinds), Hurrikane (hurricanes), Taifune (typhoons)
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'kyklos,' meaning 'circle,' which describes the storm's rotating nature.
Memory Tips
Cognate with 'cyclone'. Picture a giant weather 'cycle' to remember the word.