Temblor
noun
A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements along faults or volcanic activity.
A temblor shook the city, causing panic among the residents.
Often appears as...
- major temblor
- small temblor
Usage tips
Neutral
earthquake, seismic activity, ground tremor
noun
A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements along faults or volcanic activity.
A temblor shook the city, causing panic among the residents.
Often appears as...
- major temblor
- small temblor
Usage tips
Neutral
earthquake, seismic activity, ground tremor
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Usage
Use 'temblor' mainly in scientific or formal discussions about earthquakes.
The recent temblor resulted in several aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity
'Temblor' may suggest a less severe tremor compared to a major earthquake.
Residents were relieved that the temblor was not strong enough to cause damage.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuances
In some Spanish-speaking regions, 'temblor' is a common term for any tremor, while in English it's more formal.
Many reports referred to the temblor impacting infrastructure.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Usage
Use 'temblor' mainly in scientific or formal discussions about earthquakes.
The recent temblor resulted in several aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity
'Temblor' may suggest a less severe tremor compared to a major earthquake.
Residents were relieved that the temblor was not strong enough to cause damage.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuances
In some Spanish-speaking regions, 'temblor' is a common term for any tremor, while in English it's more formal.
Many reports referred to the temblor impacting infrastructure.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Usage
Use 'temblor' mainly in scientific or formal discussions about earthquakes.
The recent temblor resulted in several aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity
'Temblor' may suggest a less severe tremor compared to a major earthquake.
Residents were relieved that the temblor was not strong enough to cause damage.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuances
In some Spanish-speaking regions, 'temblor' is a common term for any tremor, while in English it's more formal.
Many reports referred to the temblor impacting infrastructure.
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