unos
únos with stress marks
strong wind and rain; violent disturbance
Usage Note
Unos describes a sudden violent storm combining fierce wind and rain. It is also used metaphorically for any overwhelming rush of events or emotions. The Philippines' frequent typhoons make this word culturally resonant.
Examples
" Malakas ang unos kagabi. "
Natural Translation
The storm last night was strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the storm last-night.
" Biglang dumating ang unos at natumba ang mga puno. "
Natural Translation
The storm suddenly arrived and the trees fell.
Literal Translation
Suddenly came the storm and fell the trees.
" Nang sumapit ang malakas na unos, napilitan ang mga residente na lumikas patungo sa mas mataas na lugar. "
Natural Translation
When the strong storm came, the residents were forced to evacuate to higher ground.
Literal Translation
When arrived the strong storm, forced the residents to evacuate towards to more high place.
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