der Donner, –
thunder
Ein lautes Geräusch am Himmel, das nach einem Blitz während eines Sturms entsteht.
The German word "Donner" is a noun that means "thunder". It is derived from the verb "donnern," which means "to thunder" or "to boom". "Donner" typically refers to the sound associated with a thunderstorm following a lightning strike.
Similar words in German include "Grollen" (rumbling) and "Getöse" (roaring or clamor). Here are the distinctions between them:
- "Grollen" usually describes a deep, continuous, and ominous rumbling sound, which can also be used metaphorically for grumbling or muttering complaints.
- "Getöse" refers to a loud, often chaotic noise which can be linked to various types of uproar, not just thunder.
"Donner" specifically refers to the natural phenomenon of thunder, whereas "Grollen" and "Getöse" have broader or more general uses respective to loud or ominous noises.
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Examples
Der Donner ist nach dem Blitz zu hören.noun
The thunder is heard after the lightning.
Der Donner ist laut.noun
The thunder is loud.
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