No. 1,238 in German
sturm
"Sturm" means "storm" in English.
In a sentence
Der Sturm hat heute Nacht viele Äste von den Bäumen gerissen.
The storm tore many branches from the trees last night.
Here, 'sturm' is used as a noun referring to a natural occurrence, specifically a storm with strong winds and weather.
Die Mannschaft hat einen stürmischen Angriff geführt.
The team conducted a stormy attack.
In this sentence, 'stürmischen' (derived form of 'sturm') is used as an adjective metaphorically, describing an attack that is forceful and energetic, akin to the intensity of a storm.
In der Literatur steht der Sturm oft als Symbol für Umbrüche und Leidenschaft.
In literature, the storm often represents change and passion.
Here, 'sturm' metaphorically symbolizes a concept in literature, such as upheaval or fervent emotion, showing its figurative application in language.
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