das Gewitter
thunderstorm
How do you say “thunderstorm” in German? It’s das Gewitter. See the pronunciation, an example sentence and a memory tip.
Articledas
Pluraldie Gewitter
Pronunciationguh-VIT-ter
Example
Im Sommer gibt es oft Gewitter.
In summer there are often thunderstorms.
Memory tip
Gewitter crackles like a stormy sound, so think of thunder and lightning.
Frequently asked questions
Is «Gewitter» der, die or das?
The correct article for «Gewitter» is das.
What is the plural of «Gewitter»?
The plural is die Gewitter.
German nouns with the article das →