寒波
Meanings
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cold wave; cold snap
A meteorological term for a sudden, severe drop in temperature over a wide area. Commonly used in weather forecasts and news reports.
A strong cold wave is expected to hit the Japanese archipelago this weekend.
Due to the cold wave, temperatures will likely drop below freezing tomorrow morning.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉が寒波に見舞われるfor a place to be hit by a cold wave
Northern Japan was hit by a severe cold wave.
- 寒波が到来するfor a cold wave to arrive
A major cold wave is expected to arrive this weekend.
- 寒波が緩むfor a cold wave to ease off
The cold wave finally eased and it's gotten warmer.