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"Storm" in Spanish: tormenta
la tormenta
A storm is la tormenta (tor-MEHN-tah). It is feminine: la tormenta. Hay una tormenta means there is a storm. Weather often uses hay or venir with tormenta.
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How to pronounce tormenta
Say it
tor-MEHN-tah
/toɾˈmenta/
tor-MEHN-tah. Stress MEHN. Soft final a. Say tormenta in three beats.
"Storm" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la tormenta | the storm Default noun. | Default noun. |
| hay una tormenta | there is a storm Weather report. | Weather report. |
| viene una tormenta | a storm is coming Warning. | Warning. |
| después de la tormenta | after the storm Time phrase. | Time phrase. |
How to use tormenta in real life
- 1Weather alert
Hay una tormenta esta noche.
There is a storm tonight.
Hay una tormenta.
- 2Window check
La tormenta suena fuerte.
The storm sounds loud.
La tormenta.
- 3After rain
Después de la tormenta sale el sol.
After the storm the sun comes out.
Después de la tormenta.
Mistakes English speakers make with tormenta
Incorrect: El tormenta es fuerte.
Correct: La tormenta es fuerte.
Tormenta is feminine: la tormenta.
Incorrect: Hace tormenta afuera.
Correct: Hay una tormenta afuera.
Say hay una tormenta; storm presence uses hay, not hacer.
Good to know
Good to knowAlerts warn of tormenta eléctrica with lightning. People wait out la tormenta indoors. Use hay una tormenta; hacer fits heat and cold more than storms.
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Canceling outdoor plans
ChatPal
¿Viene una tormenta pronto?
Is a storm coming soon?
You
Sí. Hay tormenta en el radar.
Yes. There’s a storm on the radar.
ChatPal
Mejor nos quedamos en casa.
We’d better stay home.
You
De acuerdo. Pedimos comida.
Agreed. Let’s order food.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Storm" in Spanish
Is tormenta feminine?
Yes: la tormenta.
Hay tormenta or hace tormenta?
Say hay una tormenta. Hacer fits heat and cold more than tormenta.
How do you pronounce tormenta?
tor-MEHN-tah with stress on MEHN.
How do I say a storm is coming?
Viene una tormenta.
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