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Föhn

foehn wind

noun FOEN Rare
Animals & Nature Weather

Origin: from Latin 'favonius' (west wind)

Also means

warm downslope wind

Usage Note

Föhn is masculine (der Föhn). The Föhn is a warm, dry downslope wind on the northern side of the Alps; it raises temperatures dramatically and is associated with headaches, irritability, and clear visibility. Not to be confused with der Fön (hair dryer).

Examples

"Bei Föhn kann man die Berge sehr klar sehen."

Natural Translation

In foehn conditions the mountains can be seen very clearly.

Literal Translation

During foehn one can the mountains very clearly see.

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