phenomenon
noun (a phenomenon, phenomena)
Everyday
- Something that happens or exists, which can be seen or studied, especially in nature or science: a natural phenomenon. tree →
- A person or thing that is unusual and impressive: a footballing phenomenon. tree →
- Something very popular and widespread: a worldwide phenomenon. tree →
In the lessons
In science lessons rainbows, earthquakes, tides and the Northern Lights are natural phenomena that scientists observe and explain. In everyday and news talk a new game or show can become a phenomenon. Formal exam voice: «Explain this phenomenon.»
Examples
- A rainbow is a natural phenomenon. tree →
- Lightning is an electrical phenomenon. tree →
- The Northern Lights are a beautiful phenomenon. tree →
- The new toy became a worldwide phenomenon. tree →
- That young swimmer is a phenomenon! tree →
- Scientists study strange weather phenomena. tree →
- Fata Morgana, the beautiful aerial phenomenon of the wilderness, appeared with hanging gardens and waving forests, and the wonderful cloud called "Lokeman driving his sheep" also was seen. tree →
Note
Plural: phenomena (not «phenomenons» in science; «phenomena» is not singular). Say fuh-NOM-in-un. Adjective: phenomenal (amazing).
On Mova
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