Spanish Word · Intermediate
alud
avalanche
Pronunciation: /aˈlud/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "avalanche".
Example
Tres personas que practicaban snowboard se han visto atrapados por un alud esta mañana en la estación de La Masella (Girona).
Three persons practicing snowboard found themselves entrapped by an avalanche this morning in La Masella station (Girona).
Practice tips
- Practice alud out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.