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alluvione
/al.lu.ˈvjo.ne/
flood
L'alluvione ha causato gravi danni alla città.
The flood caused severe damage to the city.
formal
A sudden and violent flood caused by heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, or other natural events that overflow rivers, streams, or other bodies of water onto adjacent land.
Le alluvioni sono diventate più frequenti a causa del cambiamento climatico.
Floods have become more frequent due to climate change.
The term is commonly used in meteorology and environmental science to describe natural flooding events.
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Geographical Context
In Italy, 'alluvione' is often associated with regions like the Po Valley, which is prone to flooding.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'alluvione' for formal or technical contexts, while 'inondazione' is more common in everyday speech.
Word Origin
From Latin 'alluviōnem', meaning 'flood' or 'overflow', derived from 'alluvius' (alluvial), related to 'lavare' (to wash).
Usage Notes
In Italian, 'alluvione' is often used to describe large-scale, destructive flooding events, while 'inondazione' may refer to smaller or less severe flooding.
Word Breakdown
alluvio
flood
root-ne
noun suffix
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