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In the idiom 'a storm in a teacup', which of the following is used as a replacement for the word 'storm' in American English?

In the idiom 'a storm in a teacup', which of the following is used as a replacement for the word 'storm' in American English? Correct Answer Tempest

The correct answer is option 2, 'tempest'.

Key Points

  • British to American - Strom = Tempest.
  • Let's talk about other given options.
    • Cyclone, Typhoon, Hurrican are the synonyms of 'Strom' in British english.

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