der Waldbrand
forest fire
A large, uncontrolled fire in a forest or wooded area.
EXAMPLE
Wegen der langen Trockenheit ist die Gefahr von Waldbränden aktuell sehr hoch.
Because of the long dry spell, the risk of forest fires is currently very high.
der Waldbrand
forest fire
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Compound word
The word is a clear compound of 'der Wald' (forest) and 'der Brand' (fire). So it literally describes a fire in the forest.
EXAMPLE
Ein Blitzschlag kann einen Waldbrand auslösen.
A lightning strike can start a forest fire.
Typical verbs
Certain verbs are often used in connection with 'Waldbrand' (forest fire). A fire 'bricht aus' (breaks out), the fire department 'löscht' (extinguishes) or 'bekämpft' (fights) it, and carelessness can 'verursachen' (cause) a forest fire.
EXAMPLE
Die Feuerwehrleute kämpften tagelang gegen den riesigen Waldbrand.
The firefighters fought the huge forest fire for days.
Fixed expression
A very common combination is 'die Gefahr von Waldbränden' (the risk of forest fires). This phrase is often used in news reports or warnings in the summer.
EXAMPLE
Die Behörden warnen vor einer erhöhten Gefahr von Waldbränden.
The authorities are warning of an increased risk of forest fires.
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