The term 'Tsunami' is a word borrowed from which language?
A
Chinese
B
Hawaiian
C
Japanese
D
Malay
Correct Answer: Option C — Japanese
Explanation:
The word tsunami comes from the Japanese language combining the words tsu meaning harbor and nami meaning wave. Tsunamis are series of large...
The word tsunami comes from the Japanese language combining the words tsu meaning harbor and nami meaning wave. Tsunamis are series of large ocean waves caused by undersea earthquakes volcanic eruptions or landslides. Japan has historically experienced many devastating tsunamis due to its seismically active location.