rainstorm
Translation
rainstorm
Examples
A heavy rainstorm hit the city.
A heavy rainstorm hit the city.
We were caught in a sudden rainstorm.
We were caught in a sudden rainstorm.
Grammar Patterns
a rainstorm A heavy rainstorm is expected.
Similar Words
Synonyms: downpour, deluge, cloudburst
Etymology
A compound word: 'rain' + 'storm'.
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as a 'storm of rain'. It's much more intense than just rain.