雪崩
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Base noun form. Refers to a mass of snow, ice, and rocks sliding down a mountain. Often used in weather reports and safety warnings.
Theme
User and their hiking guide Akira are discussing safety precautions in the mountains, focusing on natural hazards.
雪崩
なだれ
avalanche
Nature & EnvironmentNatural Phenomena
Memory Hook
Imagine a snowy mountain collapsing with a 'nabe' (なだれ nadare sounds like 'nabe' for pot) of snow — an avalanche! 'Nabe' of snow → 雪崩 (nadare, 'avalanche').
Cultural Note
In Japan, avalanches are a serious hazard in mountainous regions like Hokkaido and the Japanese Alps. Warning signs often use 『雪崩注意』 (nadare chuui, 'avalanche caution') to alert skiers and hikers.
Forms
Base: 雪崩Base noun form. Refers to a mass of snow, ice, and rocks sliding down a mountain. Often used in weather reports and safety warnings.