Significado
Used to inquire about the current weather conditions.
Contexto cultural
Talking about the weather is a social 'default' setting. It is used to fill any silence and is considered the most polite way to acknowledge a stranger without being intrusive. Weather talk is often practical and linked to activities. People ask about the weather to plan commutes, sports, or weekend trips. In Australia, weather talk often revolves around extreme heat or the 'cool change' (a sudden drop in temperature). It's a shared experience of a harsh environment. In international business calls, asking about the weather is the standard 'safe' small talk before diving into the agenda. It builds rapport across cultures.
The 'Like' Rule
Always remember that 'like' at the end of this question means 'similar to' or 'description of'. It is not the verb for 'enjoy'.
Avoid 'How... like'
This is the most common mistake for English learners. Pick one: 'How is it?' or 'What is it like?'.
Significado
Used to inquire about the current weather conditions.
The 'Like' Rule
Always remember that 'like' at the end of this question means 'similar to' or 'description of'. It is not the verb for 'enjoy'.
Avoid 'How... like'
This is the most common mistake for English learners. Pick one: 'How is it?' or 'What is it like?'.
Use it to break the ice
If you are in an elevator with a stranger and feel awkward, just ask 'What's the weather like today?'. It's the perfect polite opener.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the question to ask about the weather.
What ______ the weather ______?
The standard structure is 'What is [subject] like?'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct option:
You cannot mix 'How' and 'like'. 'What is the weather like?' is the correct form.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
A: I'm going to the park. B: ________ A: It's sunny but a bit windy.
The answer 'It's sunny but a bit windy' describes the weather, so the question must be 'What's the weather like?'.
Match the question to the situation.
You are calling your friend in London from New York.
When calling someone in another location, you use 'there' to refer to their place.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosWhat ______ the weather ______?
The standard structure is 'What is [subject] like?'.
Select the correct option:
You cannot mix 'How' and 'like'. 'What is the weather like?' is the correct form.
A: I'm going to the park. B: ________ A: It's sunny but a bit windy.
The answer 'It's sunny but a bit windy' describes the weather, so the question must be 'What's the weather like?'.
You are calling your friend in London from New York.
When calling someone in another location, you use 'there' to refer to their place.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasTechnically yes, but it sounds incomplete. Adding 'like' makes it a natural request for a description.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends. It's never rude.
Start with 'It's...' followed by an adjective. For example: 'It's sunny,' 'It's freezing,' or 'It's raining.'
'Weather' is what is happening right now. 'Climate' is the average weather over many years.
Frases relacionadas
How's the weather?
similarA more direct way to ask about the weather.
What's the forecast?
specialized formAsking about the predicted weather.
Under the weather
idiomFeeling sick or unwell.
Lovely weather for ducks
idiomIt is raining very hard.
