Hochwasser Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Hochwasser" is used as noun with the meaning of "flood", "inundation" or "high water".

Essential properties of "Hochwasser"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Hochwasser
  • Plural: die Hochwasser

Meanings of "Hochwasser" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Flood due to overflowing rivers or seas"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Nach dem starken Regen kam es zu einem Hochwasser in der Stadt.After the heavy rain, there was a flood in the city.
  2. Das Hochwasser hat viele Häuser beschädigt.The flood damaged many houses.
  3. Die Bewohner wurden vor dem Hochwasser gewarnt.The residents were warned about the flood.

2.) "High water level without causing damage"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Hochwasser erreichte seinen Höchststand am Nachmittag.The high water reached its peak in the afternoon.
  2. Bei Hochwasser ist die Schifffahrt eingeschränkt.During high water, shipping is restricted.
  3. Das Hochwasser war höher als erwartet, aber ungefährlich.The high water was higher than expected, but harmless.
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