käännekohta — meaning in English
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English meaning
- climax noun The most intense, exciting, or important point in a story, event, or series of events.
- crossroads noun A place where two or more roads meet.
- crux noun The most important or decisive point of a matter.
- cusp noun A critical point where something is about to change or begin.
- drop noun A small round blob of liquid.
- epoch noun A distinct period of time in history, especially one marked by particular events or characteristics.
- Godspeed intj Said to wish someone well as they set off on a journey or a difficult undertaking.
- hinge noun A jointed device that lets a door, lid, or gate swing open and closed.
- juncture noun A particular point in time, especially a critical or important one.
- nick noun A small cut or notch in a surface, or the exact critical point or moment something happens.
Senses
käännekohta is used for these senses in English:
- Godspeed (archaic) Chiefly in in the Godspeed of: the most important part of something, or point at which something happens; also, the last minute or last moment.
- climax (narratology) The culmination of a narrative's rising action, the turning point.
- crossroads (figuratively, by analogy) A decision point; a turning point or opportunity to change a direction, a course, or a goal.
- crux The critical or transitional moment or issue, a turning point.
- cusp (figuratively) An important moment when a decision is made that will determine future events.
- drop (music) A point in a song, usually electronic music such as dubstep, house, trance, or trap, where there is a very noticeable and pleasing change in bass, tempo, and/or overall tone; a climax, a highlight.
- epoch A notable event which marks the beginning of such a period.
- hinge A principle, or a point in time, on which subsequent reasonings or events depend.
climax — full definition
- noun The most intense, exciting, or important point in a story, event, or series of events.
- noun The peak of sexual excitement; an orgasm.
- verb To reach or form the most intense or important point.
crossroads — full definition
- noun A place where two or more roads meet.
- noun A critical decision point or turning point in life or a situation.