Katastrophe

noun

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catastrophe

disaster

calamity

accident

tragedy

Synonyms and Related Words for Katastrophe

Desaster Unglück Unheil Fiasko Unfall Malheur Schicksalsschlag

Definition of "Katastrophe" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "Katastrophe" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Ein schreckliches Ereignis mit verheerenden Folgen; ein sehr großes Unglück.

DE: “Oh nein, das ist eine Katastrophe!”
A1
EN: “Oh no, this is a catastrophe!”

DE: “Der Sturm war eine große Katastrophe für das kleine Dorf.”
A2
EN: “The storm was a big disaster for the small village.”

DE: “Die Überschwemmung hat in der ganzen Region eine Katastrophe ausgelöst.”
B1
EN: “The flood caused a catastrophe in the entire region.”

Words Similar in Spelling to Katastrophe

katastrophal