Vokabeln 2 Flashcards
(29 cards)
What is the past tense of ‘leave’?
left
What does ‘destruction’ mean?
The act of causing severe damage or ruin.
What is the meaning of ‘uproot’?
To pull something out of the ground.
What does ‘flatten’ mean?
To make something flat or level.
What is the pronunciation of ‘debris’?
/ˈdebri:/
What does ‘survivor’ mean?
A person who remains alive after an event.
What is the meaning of ‘rescue worker’?
A person who helps to save others in emergencies.
What does ‘death toll’ refer to?
The number of deaths resulting from a disaster.
What is the pronunciation of ‘classify’?
/ˈklasɪfaɪ/
What does ‘touch down’ mean?
To land, especially an aircraft.
What is the meaning of ‘emergency shelter’?
A temporary place for people to stay during emergencies.
What does ‘search’ mean?
To look for something or someone.
What is the pronunciation of ‘city administrator’?
/ˈsɪti əˈmɪnɪˌstreɪtə/
What does ‘confirm’ mean?
To verify or acknowledge something.
What is the pronunciation of ‘this morning’?
/ðɪs ˈmɔrnɪŋ/
What does ‘once again’ mean?
A phrase used to indicate repetition.
What is the meaning of ‘completely’?
In every way; totally.
What does ‘seriously’ mean?
In a serious manner; gravely.
What is the pronunciation of ‘the Mid-South’?
/ðə mɪd saʊθ/
What does ‘rise’ mean?
To move upward.
What is the pronunciation of ‘mile’?
/maɪl/
What does ‘heavy rain’ refer to?
A significant amount of rainfall.
What is the meaning of ‘basement’?
The lowest floor of a building, often below ground level.
What does ‘clear’ mean?
Easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.
