Thunderclap: meaning, definitions and examples

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thunderclap

 

[ ˈθʌndərˌklæp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

loud noise

A sudden loud noise like a clap of thunder, typically caused by a lightning flash.

Synonyms

thunder peal, thunder roll, thunderbolt.

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Word Description / Examples
thunderclap

Best used to describe a single, sudden, and loud sound of thunder, usually startling or unexpected.

  • The sudden thunderclap made everyone in the room jump
  • The storm began with a loud thunderclap
thunderbolt

Describes both the phenomenon of a lightning strike accompanied by a crash of thunder and can metaphorically mean something sudden and shocking.

  • The tree was struck by a thunderbolt, splitting it in half
  • The news came like a thunderbolt, leaving everyone in shock
thunder peal

Appropriate for describing a series of loud, resonant sounds of thunder, often continuing over a short period.

  • The thunder peal resonated across the valley, echoing off the mountains
  • They sat in silence, listening to the thunder peal
thunder roll

Used to describe a continuous, rumbling sound of thunder that can be heard rolling across the sky.

  • The thunder rolled ominously, announcing the approaching storm
  • We could hear the thunder roll in the distance

Examples of usage

  • The thunderclap startled everyone in the room.
  • The thunderclap was so loud it shook the windows.

Translations

Translations of the word "thunderclap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estrondo de trovão

🇮🇳 बिजली की गड़गड़ाहट

🇩🇪 Donnerschlag

🇮🇩 guntur menggelegar

🇺🇦 гуркіт грому

🇵🇱 grzmot

🇯🇵 雷鳴 (らいめい)

🇫🇷 coup de tonnerre

🇪🇸 trueno

🇹🇷 gök gürültüsü

🇰🇷 천둥소리 (cheondungsori)

🇸🇦 رعد

🇨🇿 hromový úder

🇸🇰 hromový úder

🇨🇳 雷鸣 (léi míng)

🇸🇮 grom

🇮🇸 þrumuskell

🇰🇿 найзағайдың күркірі

🇬🇪 ჭექა-ქუხილი

🇦🇿 ildırımın səsi

🇲🇽 trueno

Etymology

The word 'thunderclap' originated from the combination of 'thunder' and 'clap', reflecting the sudden and sharp nature of the sound. The term has been used for centuries to describe the loud noise associated with thunderstorms, evoking a sense of power and intensity. Throughout history, the concept of thunderclaps has been linked to various mythologies and cultural beliefs, symbolizing forces of nature and divine power.