storm

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 嵐 means a storm; its kun-reading is あらし.
• Basic usage: 嵐(あらし) means a storm or uproar, while 砂嵐(すなあらし) means a sandstorm or screen static.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Meanings beyond the weather
  • 質問の嵐 means a barrage of questions. Here, 嵐 describes many questions coming all at once.
  • 砂嵐 is also used for static on an old television screen, in addition to a sandstorm.