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Turbulence Meaning in English

word

/ˈtɝbjəɫəns/
TUR-byuh-luhns
/tˈɜːbjʊləns/
TUR-byuu-luhns

Definición

Turbulence is irregular or violent movement, especially of air or water. It is also used to describe a period of disorder or confusion.

Uso & Matices

Commonly used in aviation ('air turbulence'), weather, and metaphorically for times of chaos ('political turbulence'). Not used to describe minor shaking or everyday events. Avoid confusing with 'disturbance' or 'bump'.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The plane shook because of turbulence.

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Ocean turbulence made it hard to swim.

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There was a lot of turbulence during the storm.

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Passengers were advised to stay seated because of unexpected turbulence.

natural

The country went through years of political turbulence.

natural

You’ll probably feel some turbulence as we fly over the mountains.

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