drought
word
Definition
A drought is a long period of time when there is very little or no rain, causing water shortages and dry conditions.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for environmental or agricultural contexts. Common collocations: 'severe drought', 'prolonged drought', 'suffer from drought'. Not used for small dry spells—refers to serious, long-term lack of water.
Spanish: sequíaPortuguese (BR): secaPortuguese (PT): secaChinese (Simplified): 干旱Chinese (Traditional): 乾旱Hindi: सूखाArabic: جفافBengali: খরাRussian: засухаJapanese: 干ばつVietnamese: hạn hánKorean: 가뭄Turkish: kuraklıkUrdu: قحطIndonesian: kekeringan
Example Sentences
A long drought can harm crops and animals.
basic
Many rivers dry up during a drought.
basic
The farmers prayed for rain during the drought.
basic
We're experiencing the worst drought in decades.
natural
Because of the drought, water is being rationed in the city.
natural
After months of drought, the first rain felt like a miracle.
natural