Thunder and lightning sounds are a staple of online soundboards because they instantly signal a storm, a shock or a dramatic turn without any dialogue. Clips like this one are reused across short videos, pranks, streams and edits, where a single crack can punctuate a joke, a scare or a reveal. The French title simply means lightning, which fits its use as a ready-made weather effect. Because the sound is instantly recognisable and needs no context, it remains a reliable choice for creators who want fast, clear drama.