It's cloudy.
Sky is covered by clouds.
Phrase in 30 Seconds
Use 'It's cloudy' to describe a sky filled with clouds before it rains or on a grey day.
- Means: The sky is covered with clouds, blocking the direct sun.
- Used in: Daily greetings, planning outdoor activities, and weather reports.
- Don't confuse: Avoid saying 'Is cloudy'; always include the 'It's' (It is).
Explanation at your level:
معنی
Describes weather conditions where the sky is full of clouds.
زمینه فرهنگی
In the UK, 'It's cloudy' is the most common weather report. It is often used as a neutral opening to any conversation with a stranger. In cities like Seattle, 'cloudy' is the default state for many months. Locals often don't even use umbrellas for light rain that comes with the clouds. Cloudy days are often seen as a relief from the intense sun and heat, especially in the summer. The 'cloud' emoji ☁️ is universally understood on social media to represent this phrase, often used to set a 'mood' or 'vibe.'
The 'It' Rule
Always start weather sentences with 'It is' or 'It's'. It's the most important rule for sounding natural.
Cloud vs Cloudy
Don't say 'It is cloud.' Use the adjective 'cloudy' to describe the day.
معنی
Describes weather conditions where the sky is full of clouds.
The 'It' Rule
Always start weather sentences with 'It is' or 'It's'. It's the most important rule for sounding natural.
Cloud vs Cloudy
Don't say 'It is cloud.' Use the adjective 'cloudy' to describe the day.
Add Intensity
Use 'really' or 'very' to sound more like a native speaker: 'It's really cloudy today!'
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the missing word to describe the weather.
It ___ cloudy today.
We use the verb 'to be' (is) with weather adjectives.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the natural English sentence:
English requires the subject 'It' and the verb 'is' (contracted to 's).
Match the weather word to its meaning.
Match the following:
Cloudy specifically refers to the presence of clouds.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Should I take my sunglasses? B: No, ________.
You don't need sunglasses if the clouds are covering the sun.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Weather Adjectives
Sky State
- • Cloudy
- • Sunny
- • Clear
- • Overcast
Cloudy vs. Overcast
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, that is perfectly correct and very common.
Cloudy can mean some clouds, but overcast means the whole sky is covered.
Not necessarily! It depends on the person. Some people love cloudy days.
You can ask, 'Is it cloudy outside?'
Yes, if a drink like apple juice isn't clear, you can call it cloudy.
It is 'It's cloudy.' You could say 'There are clouds,' but 'It's cloudy' is more common.
Usually yes, but not always. Sometimes it stays cloudy all day without rain.
It means the sky has both clouds and blue patches of sun.
Yes, that is a very natural way to say it.
It's a grammar rule in English called a 'dummy subject.' Every sentence needs a subject!
عبارات مرتبط
Overcast
similarCompletely covered with clouds.
Partly cloudy
specialized formSome clouds and some sun.
Gloomy
similarDark and cloudy in a sad way.
Silver lining
builds onA good part of a bad situation.
Foggy
similarClouds that are on the ground.
کجا استفاده کنیم
Morning Greeting
A: Good morning! How is the weather?
B: It's cloudy, but I think it's warm.
Planning a Picnic
Friend 1: Should we go to the park?
Friend 2: I don't know. It's very cloudy. It might rain.
At the Office
Colleague: Is it still sunny outside?
You: No, it's cloudy now. The sun went away.
On a Phone Call
Mom: Is it nice weather in London?
You: It's cloudy as usual, Mom!
Checking a Weather App
User: Hey Siri, what's the weather?
Siri: It's currently cloudy and 18 degrees.
Driving
Driver: I can't see the mountains.
Passenger: That's because it's so cloudy today.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Cloudy starts with 'C', just like 'Cover'—the clouds cover the sun.
Visual Association
Imagine a giant, fluffy grey blanket being pulled over the bright yellow sun. The blanket is the cloud, and the world below gets a little darker.
Rhyme
When the sky is grey and loud, it's because of every cloud.
Story
A little boy wants to play outside, but he sees the sun disappear. He asks his mom, 'Where did the sun go?' She points to the grey sky and says, 'It's cloudy today, the sun is taking a nap behind the clouds.'
Word Web
چالش
Look out your window right now. Say out loud in English what the sky looks like. If there are clouds, say 'It's cloudy.'
In Other Languages
Está nublado.
Spanish omits the subject 'It'.
Il fait nuageux.
French uses 'makes' instead of 'is'.
Es ist bewölkt.
The structure is almost identical.
曇っています (Kumotte imasu).
Japanese uses a verb form rather than a simple adjective.
الجو غائم (Al-jawwu gha'im).
Explicitly mentions 'the weather' as the subject.
多云 (Duōyún).
No verb is required in the basic Chinese expression.
흐려요 (Heuryeoyo).
The 'to be' is built into the adjective.
Está nublado.
Omission of the subject 'it'.
Easily Confused
Both involve water vapor blocking vision.
If you can't see the road, it's foggy. If you can't see the sun, it's cloudy.
Clouds often lead to rain.
Cloudy is just the look of the sky. Raining is when water is actually falling.
سوالات متداول (10)
Yes, that is perfectly correct and very common.
Cloudy can mean some clouds, but overcast means the whole sky is covered.
Not necessarily! It depends on the person. Some people love cloudy days.
You can ask, 'Is it cloudy outside?'
Yes, if a drink like apple juice isn't clear, you can call it cloudy.
It is 'It's cloudy.' You could say 'There are clouds,' but 'It's cloudy' is more common.
Usually yes, but not always. Sometimes it stays cloudy all day without rain.
It means the sky has both clouds and blue patches of sun.
Yes, that is a very natural way to say it.
It's a grammar rule in English called a 'dummy subject.' Every sentence needs a subject!
