強風
Meanings
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strong wind; high wind; moderate gale
Used for noticeably strong wind in weather reports, warnings, and everyday description. It refers to the wind itself or windy conditions, not necessarily a destructive storm.
The train temporarily stopped because of strong winds.
Please watch out for strong winds today.
Usage patterns
- 強風が吹くa strong wind blows
A strong wind is blowing today, so it's best to avoid going out.
- 強風に注意するto be cautious of strong wind
Climbers were urged to be cautious of the strong wind.
- 強風で〈物〉が飛ぶfor something to be blown away by strong wind
Part of the roof was blown off by the strong wind.
- 強風の中を〈動詞〉to do something in the midst of a strong wind
The runners raced through the strong wind.
- 強風により〈事〉due to strong wind, (something happens)
The ferry service was suspended due to strong wind.