Wind

Definition

Wind is a German word meaning “wind” in English. It refers to the natural movement of the air, characterized by its speed and direction. Wind is a phenomenon caused by differences in air pressure within the Earth’s atmosphere. It plays a significant role in climate patterns, transportation such as sailing and aviation, as well as various natural processes like seed dispersal.

Opposites

• Stiller Wind (calm wind): When there is barely any movement in the air, and the wind speed is at its lowest. It is often associated with pleasant and tranquil weather conditions.
• Windstille (windless): This term is used to describe a complete absence of wind. It usually occurs when there is little to no air movement at all.

Synonyms

• Brieseln (breeze): A gentle wind, typically characterized by a pleasant and cooling effect.
• Sturm (storm): A strong and violent wind, often accompanied by heavy rain, thunder, and lightning.

Examples

1. Wenn der Wind stark bläst, können Bäume umfallen.
   (When the wind blows strongly, trees can fall over.)

2. Der Wind trug den Regenschirm weit weg.
   (The wind carried the umbrella far away.)

3. Bei hohen Windgeschwindigkeiten kann es zu Sturmschäden kommen.
   (High wind speeds can lead to storm damage.)

4. An einem windstillen Tag ist ein Spaziergang im Park besonders angenehm.
   (On a windless day, a walk in the park is particularly pleasant.)

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