rip current

• Eine starke, schmale, schnell fließende Wasserströmung, die vom Ufer weg ins Meer gerichtet ist und für Schwimmer gefährlich werden kann, indem sie sie aufs offene Meer hinauszieht.

A strong, narrow, fast-moving current of water that flows away from the shore, often posing a danger to swimmers by pulling them out to sea.

1. Strong water currentB2formal

   A powerful, narrow channel of fast-moving water that flows away from the shore, often dangerous for swimmers.

   Starke Strömung

   • Lifeguards warned beachgoers about the dangerous rip current.
   • Swimmers should avoid panicking if caught in a rip current.
   • The rip current pulled the surfer far out to sea.