die Salve
volley
The simultaneous or rapid successive firing of several firearms, especially in a military context.
EXAMPLE
Die Soldaten feuerten zur Begrüßung drei Salven in die Luft.
The soldiers fired three volleys into the air as a greeting.
die Salve
volley / burst
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Meanings
die Salve
burst
A quick, forceful sequence of something, for example questions, applause, laughter, or insults.
EXAMPLE
Nach seiner umstrittenen Aussage erntete der Politiker eine Salve der Empörung.
After his controversial statement, the politician was met with a burst of outrage.
Usage tips
Context clue
To recognize the meaning of 'Salve' (volley/burst), pay attention to the context. In a military or historical context, it is about shots. In discussions, performances, or texts, it describes a rapid sequence of words or sounds.
EXAMPLE
Die Kanonen feuerten eine Salve zur Feier des Tages ab.
The cannons fired a volley to celebrate the day.
Register and style
The word 'Salve' (volley/burst) is more common in written language or in a more formal style. In everyday speech, it is heard less often and often sounds figurative or dramatic.
EXAMPLE
Die Presse begrüßte den Vorschlag mit einer Salve der Entrüstung.
The press greeted the proposal with a burst of indignation.
Typical verbs
In a military context, 'Salve' (volley) is almost always combined with the verbs 'abfeuern' (to fire) or 'abgeben' (to fire/discharge).
EXAMPLE
Der Kapitän befahl, eine Salve abzufeuern.
The captain ordered them to fire a volley.
Figurative use
In its figurative meaning, 'Salve' (burst) is often used with the preposition 'von' (of) or as a compound to describe a forceful reaction. Typical examples are 'eine Salve von Fragen' (a burst of questions), 'eine Salve von Beschimpfungen' (a burst of insults), or 'eine Beifallssalve' (a burst of applause).
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Konzert gab es eine laute Beifallssalve für die Musiker.
After the concert, there was a loud burst of applause for the musicians.
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