sudden
sudden
happening quickly
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sudden belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
sudden synonyms
What's the difference between sudden / surprising / immediate / instantaneous / precipitous
causing surprise; focuses on the reaction it produces rather than only timing
It was surprising to see snow in April.
We need an immediate response to the problem.
occurring in an instant; emphasizes no measurable time between cause and effect
The camera records instantaneous changes in light.
very steep or sudden, often used figuratively for rapid declines or rises; more formal
The company experienced a precipitous drop in sales.
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How to pronounce sudden and what this word means
sudden means sudden. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce sudden
/ˈsʌdn/
sudden translation
sudden
sudden examples
A sudden flood forced drivers to turn back on the road.
sudden transcription
/ˈsʌdn/, /ˈsʌdən/
Questions about this word
sudden meaning: what does it mean?
happening quickly
sudden pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
sudden is pronounced as /ˈsʌdn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
sudden definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
A sudden flood forced drivers to turn back on the road. Translation: Внезапное наводнение заставило водителей развернуться на дороге.
Is sudden part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
Yes, sudden can be learned in the Natural Phenomena topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is sudden part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
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