weather
Weather is what it is like outside right now, such as if it is sunny, rainy, or cold.
Explanation at your level:
The weather is what is happening outside. Is it sunny? Is it raining? You can say, 'The weather is good today.' It is a very useful word for talking about your day.
When you talk about the weather, you describe the temperature and the sky. You might say, 'I like warm weather' or 'The weather is bad today.' It is a great topic for small talk with friends.
The weather refers to daily atmospheric changes. We often use it with adjectives like mild, harsh, or unpredictable. It is distinct from climate, which describes long-term trends.
In this context, weather is often used in professional or news settings. You might hear about severe weather warnings or weather patterns. It is also used in figurative ways, such as 'weathering the storm' during a crisis.
Beyond meteorology, weather functions as a metaphor for volatility. We discuss 'weathering' challenges or 'weathering' economic downturns. The nuance here is the ability to endure external pressures that are outside of one's control.
At the C2 level, we explore the etymological depth of weather. It reflects the human preoccupation with the elements. In literature, weather is often used as a pathetic fallacy, where the atmospheric conditions mirror the internal state of the characters.
30초 단어
- Weather is the state of the atmosphere.
- It is short-term.
- It is an uncountable noun.
- It is a common small-talk topic.
Think of weather as the mood of the sky. It is what you experience when you step outside your front door each morning.
Because it changes constantly, we talk about it all the time. Whether it is sunny, cloudy, or stormy, these are all different types of weather conditions.
It is important to remember that weather is short-term. If it rains today, that is the weather; if it rains every year in July, that is part of the climate.
The word weather has deep roots in Old English, coming from the word weder. It is related to old Germanic words that meant 'wind' or 'storm'.
Historically, it was very important for people to track the weather for farming and survival. If the weather was bad, the crops might fail, so it has always been a central topic in human conversation.
Over centuries, the spelling shifted, but the core meaning of 'atmospheric conditions' remained remarkably stable across many related languages like German (Wetter) and Dutch (weer).
We use the word weather as an uncountable noun. You don't usually say 'a weather'; you just say 'the weather'.
Commonly, we use adjectives to describe it: hot weather, cold weather, or severe weather. It is a very neutral term used in both casual small talk and professional meteorology.
In formal contexts, like a news report, you might hear phrases like inclement weather, which is just a fancy way of saying it is rainy or stormy outside.
English speakers love talking about the weather, so we have many idioms:
- Under the weather: Feeling sick. 'I'm staying home today because I'm feeling a bit under the weather.'
- Weather the storm: To survive a difficult situation. 'We will weather the storm together.'
- Make hay while the sun shines: Take advantage of good conditions.
- A storm in a teacup: A lot of fuss about something small.
- Fair-weather friend: Someone who is only your friend when things are going well.
Pronounced /ˈwɛðər/, the word features a voiced 'th' sound. It rhymes with feather, tether, and leather.
Grammatically, weather is an uncountable noun. You cannot say 'weathers' to mean multiple types of weather; you would say 'different weather conditions' instead.
It is almost always preceded by the definite article 'the' (e.g., 'The weather is nice'). Stress is placed firmly on the first syllable.
Fun Fact
It is related to the word 'weather' as in 'weathering a storm'.
Pronunciation Guide
Short 'e', voiced 'th', silent 'r' at end
Short 'e', voiced 'th', rhotic 'r'
Common Errors
- Pronouncing 'th' as 'd'
- Adding an 's' at the end
- Misplacing stress
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy
Simple
Easy
Easy
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
고급
Grammar to Know
Uncountable nouns
The weather is good.
Definite article
The weather.
Adjective order
Bad weather.
Examples by Level
The weather is sunny.
Weather = state of sky
Use 'is'
I like the weather.
Like = enjoy
The + noun
The weather is hot.
Hot = high temp
Adjective
Is the weather cold?
Cold = low temp
Question form
The weather is bad.
Bad = not good
Adjective
Look at the weather!
Look = see
Imperative
The weather is nice.
Nice = pleasant
Adjective
I hate this weather.
Hate = dislike
Demonstrative
The weather changes every day.
Do you like the rainy weather?
The weather forecast says it will snow.
We hope for good weather tomorrow.
The weather is quite mild today.
I prefer cool weather to hot weather.
The weather was perfect for a picnic.
Check the weather before you leave.
The weather can be very unpredictable in spring.
We had to cancel the match due to bad weather.
The local weather station tracks wind speed.
I am tired of this gloomy weather.
The weather conditions are improving.
He is obsessed with the weather forecast.
The weather in London is often rainy.
They are prepared for extreme weather.
The company had to weather a difficult financial period.
The weather patterns have shifted significantly this year.
Despite the inclement weather, the event was a success.
She is quite under the weather today.
The captain decided to wait for the weather to clear.
We must weather the consequences of our actions.
The weather report warned of a severe storm.
His mood changed like the weather.
The political climate is as volatile as the weather.
They managed to weather the storm of public criticism.
The novel uses weather as a symbol for the protagonist's grief.
The weather-beaten walls showed the age of the house.
It is a case of weather-related delays.
The weather-wise farmer knew when to harvest.
The weather-glass indicated a drop in pressure.
The weather-vane pointed toward the north.
The weather-worn cliffs stood as a testament to time.
He was a weather-beaten sailor of many voyages.
The weather-gods were not in our favor today.
The subtle shifts in weather foreshadowed the conflict.
The weather-beaten sign was barely legible.
She possessed a weather-eye for changing trends.
The weather-stripping kept the draft out.
The weather-beaten path led to the cabin.
자주 쓰는 조합
Idioms & Expressions
"under the weather"
feeling sick
I'm feeling a bit under the weather today.
casual"weather the storm"
survive a hard time
We will weather the storm together.
neutral"fair-weather friend"
only friends when things are good
He's just a fair-weather friend.
casual"make hay while the sun shines"
act while conditions are good
We should finish the project while we have time.
neutral"a storm in a teacup"
fuss about nothing
Their argument was just a storm in a teacup.
casual"calm before the storm"
quiet before trouble
The silence was the calm before the storm.
literaryEasily Confused
Sounds the same
Whether is a conjunction
I don't know whether to go.
Both relate to atmosphere
Time scale
Climate is long-term.
Part of weather
Specific measurement
The temperature is high.
Scientific
The layer of gas
The atmosphere is thin.
Sentence Patterns
The weather is [adjective]
The weather is nice.
What is the weather like?
What is the weather like today?
Due to [adjective] weather
Due to bad weather, we stayed in.
Weather the [noun]
We must weather the storm.
It is [adjective] weather
It is perfect weather for a hike.
어휘 가족
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
관련
How to Use It
10
Formality Scale
자주 하는 실수
Weather is uncountable.
Use 'what' with 'like'.
Weather is singular.
Do not use 'a' with uncountable nouns.
Climate is long-term.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a weather vane on your roof.
Small Talk
Always start with 'The weather is...'
British Habit
Brits love talking about rain.
No Plural
Never add an 's'.
Th-sound
Touch tongue to teeth.
Avoid 'weathers'
It is always singular.
Etymology
Related to 'wind'.
Check the Forecast
Read a weather report in English.
Metaphor
Use it to describe 'enduring' things.
Article use
Use 'the' before weather.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
WE are Always Talking, HEaring, Evolving, Reading.
Visual Association
A person looking at a thermometer and a cloud.
Word Web
챌린지
Describe the weather where you are in 3 sentences.
어원
Old English
Original meaning: Wind, storm, or air
문화적 맥락
None
Talking about the weather is the ultimate small talk in the UK and US.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Small talk
- Nice weather today!
- It's a bit cold.
- Any rain expected?
Travel
- Check the weather.
- Pack for cold weather.
- Is the weather nice?
News
- Severe weather warning.
- The weather report.
- Unpredictable weather.
Work
- Weathering the crisis.
- Due to weather delays.
- Weather conditions.
Conversation Starters
"What is your favorite type of weather?"
"Do you check the weather every morning?"
"How does the weather affect your mood?"
"What is the worst weather you have ever seen?"
"Do you prefer hot or cold weather?"
Journal Prompts
Describe the weather today.
Write about a time you were caught in bad weather.
How does the weather change in your city?
If you could control the weather, what would you do?
자주 묻는 질문
8 질문No, it is uncountable.
Weather is short-term; climate is long-term.
What is the weather like?
No, never.
It affects everyone's daily plans.
It means feeling sick.
Yes, it means to survive or endure.
ˈwɛðər.
셀프 테스트
The ___ is sunny today.
Weather describes the current state.
Which is correct?
Weather is uncountable.
Climate and weather mean the same thing.
Climate is long-term; weather is short-term.
Word
뜻
Matching idioms.
Subject + verb + adjective.
점수: /5
Summary
Weather is the daily mood of our atmosphere, distinct from the long-term patterns of climate.
- Weather is the state of the atmosphere.
- It is short-term.
- It is an uncountable noun.
- It is a common small-talk topic.
Memory Palace
Imagine a weather vane on your roof.
Small Talk
Always start with 'The weather is...'
British Habit
Brits love talking about rain.
No Plural
Never add an 's'.
예시
The weather is very hot and sunny today.
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Weather 관련 단어
fog
A1Fog is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface. it obscures or restricts visibility, making it difficult to see far ahead.
temperate
A1온화한 기후는 너무 덥지도, 너무 춥지도 않은 날씨를 말해요. 일 년 내내 쾌적한 편이에요.
storms
B1Violent atmospheric disturbances characterized by strong winds, precipitation, and often thunder and lightning. Metaphorically, it refers to tumultuous reactions, emotional outbursts, or violent assaults.
wet
A1젖었다는 건 물이나 액체가 묻어 있다는 뜻이에요. 비를 맞으면 옷이 젖게 되죠.
rain
A1비는 구름에서 떨어지는 물방울이에요. 식물들이 자라려면 비가 꼭 필요하죠.
sunset
A1The time in the evening when the sun disappears from view below the horizon. It refers to both the specific time of day and the colorful sky that often accompanies it.
overcast
A1An overcast is a condition where the entire sky is covered with clouds and no sun can be seen. It describes a grey and dull sky that often happens before rain or during cold days.
blizzard
B2A severe snowstorm characterized by very strong winds and low visibility over an extended period. In a metaphorical sense, it refers to an overwhelming or confusing mass of something that arrives suddenly, such as data or paperwork.
chill
A1A mild but unpleasant feeling of coldness in the air or in the body. It often describes the temperature when it is cool enough to make you shiver but not freezing.
snowy
A1Describes a place or time that is covered with snow or has a lot of snow falling. It is often used to talk about winter weather and the white appearance of the ground.
