der Tumult, -e
uproar
lauter, unruhiger Lärm und großes Durcheinander durch viele aufgeregte Menschen
The German word "Tumult" is a noun that means "tumult" or "fuss". It refers to a situation of chaotic noise, uproar, or disturbance, often involving a large crowd or disorderly conflict. The word is directly borrowed from the Latin "tumultus" which conveys similar meanings of confusion or disturbance.
Similar words in German include "Aufruhr" (uprising or riot), "Unruhe" (disturbance), and "Lärm" (noise).
The difference between "Tumult" and these similar words is mainly in the nuance: while "Tumult" emphasizes a chaotic and noisy situation, "Aufruhr" specifically refers to unrest or rebellion, "Unruhe" typically denotes a state of worry or agitation, and "Lärm" focuses more on the noise itself without the connotation of chaos.
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Der Tumult war in der ganzen Stadt zu hören.noun
The uproar could be heard throughout the whole city.
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