Mistral

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪstrəl/

Definitions of mistral

noun a strong, cold, northwesterly wind that blows through the Rhone valley and southern France into the Mediterranean, especially in the winter

Example Sentences

A1 The mistral wind blew fiercely through the town.

A2 During the summer, the mistral can bring relief from the heat.

B1 Local farmers prepare for the mistral by securing their crops and livestock.

B2 The mistral is a cold, dry wind that originates in the Alps.

C1 The mistral is known for its strong and consistent winds that can last for days.

C2 Sailors in the Mediterranean are familiar with the challenges posed by the mistral.

Examples of mistral in a Sentence

formal The mistral is a strong, cold northwesterly wind that blows through the Rhone Valley in France.

informal Make sure to hold onto your hat when the mistral starts blowing!

slang I can't stand the mistral, it always messes up my hair!

figurative The mistral of change swept through the company, bringing new ideas and opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of mistral

• plural: mistrals
• comparative: more mistral
• superlative: most mistral
• present tense: mistrals
• future tense: will mistral
• perfect tense: has mistralled
• continuous tense: is mistraling
• singular: mistral
• positive degree: mistral
• infinitive: to mistral
• gerund: mistralling
• participle: mistralled

Origin and Evolution of mistral

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Occitan

Story behind the word: The word 'mistral' originates from the Occitan dialect in southern France.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a strong, cold northwesterly wind that blows through the Rhône valley and southern France, the term 'mistral' has come to be more broadly used to refer to any strong, cold wind in the region.