洪灾

hóng zāi
nounIntermediate
formal

A natural disaster caused by excessive rainfall or overflowing rivers, leading to widespread flooding and destruction.

洪灾常常导致房屋倒塌和交通中断。

Flood disasters often cause houses to collapse and traffic to be disrupted.

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This term is commonly used in weather reports and disaster management contexts.

Collocations

洪灾预警flood warning洪灾灾区flood disaster area

Synonyms

Related Phrases

洪水phrase
flood
灾害phrase
disaster

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use '洪灾' when referring to the broader impact of flooding, including economic and social consequences.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '洪' (hóng, meaning 'flood') and '灾' (zāi, meaning 'disaster').

📝Usage Notes

This term is used to describe large-scale flooding events that cause significant damage and loss of life.

Word Breakdown

flood
root
+
disaster
root
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