Waldbrand

/ˈvaltbrant/

forest fire

Ein Waldbrand bricht aus in den Alpen.

A forest fire breaks out in the Alps.

◆ What It Really Means

The forest fire is a metaphor for the destructive power of nature.

¶ Literal Meaning

A forest fire is a fire that occurs in a forest or wooded area.

Literal Breakdown

rootforest+prefixfire

◇ Mental Image

The image of a forest fire evokes a sense of danger and destruction.

◈ When to Use

A forest fire can occur when a lightning strike ignites a dry forest.

◉ Cultural Note

Forest fires have been a natural part of the ecosystem for centuries.

formalinformaltechnical

A large, uncontrolled fire in a forest or other wooded area.

Der Waldbrand hat viele Häuser zerstört.

The forest fire has destroyed many houses.

Waldbrände sind oft durch menschliches Versagen verursacht.

Collocations

Waldbrandforest fire

From German "Waldbrand" meaning forest fire.

Waldbrände sind eine ernsthafte Bedrohung für die Umwelt und die Bevölkerung.

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forest

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fire

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