alarm
тревога
a warning signal or feeling of worry
Learn alarm with free cards in 30 seconds.
10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.
Useful for a confident vocabulary.
How many words can you learn in a year?
If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.
ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.
Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.
We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.
| Pace | Per day | Per year | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 3 words | ≈ 1,100 words | starting without pressure |
| Balanced | 5 words | ≈ 1,800 words | steady growth |
| Recommended | 8 words | ≈ 2,900 words | around 3,000 words a year |
| Fast | 10 words | ≈ 3,650 words | visible vocabulary growth |
| Intensive | 15 words | ≈ 5,500 words | strong motivation |
alarm with Russian translation
alarm usage examples
В её голосе была тревога, когда она позвонила.
There was alarm in her voice when she called.
Внезапная тревога заставила всех поднять голову.
The sudden alarm made everyone look up.
Learn by topic
alarm belongs to the topic "Top 2500". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
alarm synonyms
Related words worth learning together
the direct base meaning: a warning signal or feeling of danger
The alarm went off at midnight.
more general than alarm; a notice that something bad may happen
He ignored the warning.
a physical bell that rings to warn people, often in emergencies
The alarm bell rang during the fire drill.
strong sudden fear and loss of calm, not just a warning signal
There was panic when the lights went out.
serious suffering or danger; more severe and formal than alarm
The ship sent a distress call.
a worried feeling inside, usually about the future rather than an emergency signal
She felt anxiety before the exam.
a signal asking for urgent help in danger
The pilot sent a distress signal.
an official notice or signal to be ready for danger
The city was on alert after the storm.
a loud warning sound, or the device that makes it
The siren woke everyone up.
What’s the difference
How is alarm different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
Related words and lists for alarm
Questions about this word
alarm meaning: what does it mean?
a warning signal or feeling of worry
alarm pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
alarm is pronounced as /əˈlɑːm/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
alarm definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
There was alarm in her voice when she called. Translation: В её голосе была тревога, когда она позвонила.
Learn alarm in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.