word

derecho

deh-RAY-choh

dɪˈreɪtʃoʊ

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Syllable breakdown

derecho

Dictionary meaning

A widespread, long-lived wind storm associated with a band of rapidly moving showers or thunderstorms; damage from a derecho is caused primarily by straight-line winds.

History and origin

Spanish — 'derecho' meaning 'straight' or 'direct'.

Examples

The derecho that crossed the Midwest in a single day caused billions of dollars in damage.

Common mispronunciations

deh-REH-chohdeh-RAY-shoh

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