No. 12,023 in German
tsunami
A large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake, volcanic eruption, or landslide.
In a sentence
Der Tsunami zerstörte viele Häuser an der Küste.
The tsunami destroyed many houses along the coast.
In this sentence, “Tsunami” refers to a natural disaster, specifically a large, powerful sea wave caused by an underwater disturbance.
Die Berichterstattung über den Tsunami wurde international verfolgt.
The coverage of the tsunami was followed internationally.
Here, 'Tsunami' is used as the subject of media reports, highlighting its impact and global attention.
Die wirtschaftlichen Auswirkungen des Tsunamis werden noch Jahre später gespürt.
The economic impacts of the tsunami are still felt years later.
In this context, "tsunami" is used in a discussion about long-term consequences, emphasizing its extended effects on an aspect like economy.
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