Explanation at your level:
A windy day is a day with lots of air moving. You can feel it on your face. It is not calm. If you go outside, your hair might blow around. It is good for flying a kite!
When the weather is windy, the wind is blowing hard. We often say 'It is very windy today' when we talk about the weather. It is different from a sunny or rainy day because the air is the main thing you notice.
Using the word windy is the most common way to describe strong air currents. You might say, 'It was so windy that my umbrella broke.' It is a useful word for travel and outdoor planning, as windy weather can change your plans for hiking or sailing.
While windy is a simple adjective, it carries nuance depending on the context. A 'windy road' describes a path with many twists and turns (pronounced differently as /ˈwaɪndi/), whereas 'windy weather' relates to meteorology. Understanding this distinction is key to sounding natural.
In advanced usage, windy can occasionally be used to describe discourse that is long-winded or empty of substance, though this is less common than its meteorological sense. It is essential to distinguish between the adjective describing air movement and the homograph describing a circuitous path.
The etymological depth of windy links it to the Germanic roots of the English language. In literary contexts, it can evoke a sense of turbulence or instability. Mastery involves recognizing the word in both its literal, atmospheric sense and its rare, archaic usage as a descriptor for 'gassy' or 'talkative' individuals.
30초 단어
- Windy means lots of air movement.
- It is an adjective.
- Commonly used for weather.
- Pronounced WIN-dee.
When we say it is windy, we are talking about the movement of air. Imagine walking outside and having to hold onto your hat because the air is pushing against you—that is a classic windy day!
This word is a simple adjective used to describe the state of the atmosphere. It is one of the most common ways to talk about the weather in daily conversation.
Whether you are at the beach or on a mountain, you will often feel the wind. It is a dynamic word because it implies motion, energy, and sometimes a bit of chaos in the environment.
The word windy comes from the Old English word windig. It is rooted in the Proto-Germanic word windaz, which shares a deep history with the Latin word ventus—both meaning 'wind.'
Historically, the word has remained remarkably stable in spelling and meaning for centuries. It evolved from the noun 'wind' by adding the suffix -y, which turns a noun into an adjective describing a state of being full of that noun.
It is fascinating how such a basic word connects us to ancient languages. Even thousands of years ago, people were looking at the trees moving and describing the day as 'windy' just as we do today.
You will hear windy used most often when checking the weather forecast or deciding what to wear. It is a very casual and neutral term.
Common phrases include 'a windy day,' 'a windy night,' or 'it's getting windy.' You can also use it to describe a place, like 'the windy city' (a famous nickname for Chicago).
While it is usually used for weather, you might occasionally hear it used metaphorically to describe someone who talks too much, though that usage is becoming quite rare and old-fashioned.
Gone with the wind: Something that has disappeared completely, like a memory.
Get wind of something: To hear a rumor or secret about something before it is officially announced.
Throw caution to the wind: To take a big risk and stop worrying about the consequences.
Wind of change: A feeling that things are about to be different in a society or situation.
Take the wind out of someone's sails: To make someone feel less confident or excited by saying something unexpected.
As an adjective, windy is used to modify nouns. We say 'a windy day' or 'the weather is windy.'
In terms of pronunciation, the British IPA is /ˈwɪndi/ and the American IPA is /ˈwɪndi/. The stress is always on the first syllable.
It rhymes with 'grindy,' 'shindy,' and 'hindy.' Remember that because it ends in 'y,' we do not pluralize it like a noun; it stays the same regardless of what it describes.
Fun Fact
Related to the Latin word 'ventus'.
Pronunciation Guide
Short 'i' sound
Short 'i' sound
Common Errors
- Confusing with winding
- Mispronouncing the 'i'
- Stressing the wrong syllable
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Easy
Easy
Easy
Easy
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
고급
Grammar to Know
Adjective usage
A windy day
Comparative adjectives
Windier
Superlative adjectives
Windiest
Examples by Level
It is a windy day.
It = the weather
Adjective usage
The wind is strong.
Strong = powerful
Noun usage
I like windy weather.
Like = enjoy
Preference
Do not go out today.
Do not = negative
Imperative
My hat flew away.
Flew = past of fly
Past tense
Is it windy outside?
Outside = outdoors
Question
The trees are moving.
Moving = shaking
Continuous
It feels very cold.
Feels = sensation
Linking verb
It is too windy to play tennis.
The windy weather ruined our picnic.
Hold onto your hat, it's windy!
The forecast says it will be windy.
I love the sound of windy nights.
Is it always this windy here?
The windy conditions made driving hard.
We stayed inside because it was windy.
The windy conditions delayed our flight.
It was a cold and windy afternoon.
The windy streets were empty.
He enjoyed the windy walk along the coast.
The windy weather made the fire grow.
It is rarely this windy in summer.
The windy season starts in October.
She struggled against the windy gusts.
The windy mountain pass was dangerous.
Despite the windy weather, we continued.
The windy cliffs offer a great view.
His windy speech lasted for an hour.
The windy morning felt refreshing.
They braced themselves for the windy storm.
The windy plains are perfect for turbines.
We had a windy but productive day.
The windy conditions exacerbated the forest fire.
His windy rhetoric failed to impress the crowd.
The windy summit required specialized gear.
A windy day is ideal for kite surfing.
The windy corridor echoed with sound.
We navigated the windy roads with caution.
The windy forecast dampened our spirits.
The windy atmosphere felt quite ominous.
The windy moors were desolate and wild.
His windy explanations left us confused.
The windy expanse stretched for miles.
A windy day often precedes a storm.
The windy gusts rattled the old windows.
The windy season brings much rain.
The windy weather is quite unpredictable.
The windy air felt sharp and cold.
자주 쓰는 조합
Idioms & Expressions
"Throw caution to the wind"
Take a risk
He threw caution to the wind and quit his job.
casual"Get wind of"
Hear a secret
Did you get wind of the new plan?
casual"Take the wind out of sails"
Discourage someone
Her criticism took the wind out of his sails.
casual"Gone with the wind"
Lost forever
My savings were gone with the wind.
literary"Wind of change"
Impending shift
There is a wind of change in the office.
formal"Three sheets to the wind"
Drunk
He was three sheets to the wind.
slangEasily Confused
Similar spelling
Winding means curved, windy means weather
The winding road was windy.
Root word
Wind is noun, windy is adj
The wind is strong today.
Similar meaning
Breezy is light, windy is strong
It is breezy, not windy.
Similar meaning
Gusty is sudden bursts
It is gusty today.
Sentence Patterns
It is + windy
It is windy.
The + noun + is + windy
The day is windy.
It is a + windy + noun
It is a windy day.
It feels + windy
It feels windy.
Because it is + windy
Because it is windy, I stayed in.
어휘 가족
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
관련
How to Use It
8
Formality Scale
자주 하는 실수
Windy (weather) and Winding (curved) are different words.
Superlative form is windiest.
Pronunciation changes based on meaning.
Windy is an adjective.
Comparative is windier.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a giant fan blowing on you.
Weather Reports
Listen for it on TV.
Chicago
Know why it's called the Windy City.
Adjective Rule
Use it to describe nouns.
Short I
Keep it quick.
Winding vs Windy
Check the spelling.
Etymology
Old English roots.
Flashcards
Pair with synonyms.
Comparative
Add -ier.
Casual speech
Use in small talk.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
WIND + Y = Windy
Visual Association
A kite flying high
Word Web
챌린지
Describe the weather today using the word.
어원
Old English
Original meaning: Full of wind
문화적 맥락
None
Commonly used in weather reports.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Weather report
- Expect windy conditions
- Windy and cold
Travel
- A windy beach
- Avoid windy roads
Small talk
- It is so windy!
- Is it windy outside?
Outdoor activities
- Too windy for kites
- Windy sailing
Conversation Starters
"Do you like windy weather?"
"What is the windiest day you remember?"
"Does it get windy where you live?"
"Do you prefer calm or windy days?"
"How does windy weather affect your mood?"
Journal Prompts
Describe a windy day.
How do you feel when it is windy?
Write about a time you lost something in the wind.
Compare a windy day to a rainy day.
자주 묻는 질문
8 질문No, it is an adjective.
WIN-dee.
No, it is neutral.
Windier.
Windiest.
No, use winding.
Not necessarily.
No.
셀프 테스트
It is very ___ today.
Windy describes weather.
Which means the same as windy?
Gusty is a synonym.
Windy is a noun.
It is an adjective.
Word
뜻
Grammar categories.
Correct structure.
점수: /5
Summary
Windy is the perfect word to describe weather when the air is moving strongly and noticeably.
- Windy means lots of air movement.
- It is an adjective.
- Commonly used for weather.
- Pronounced WIN-dee.
Memory Palace
Imagine a giant fan blowing on you.
Weather Reports
Listen for it on TV.
Chicago
Know why it's called the Windy City.
Adjective Rule
Use it to describe nouns.
예시
It is very windy today, so hold onto your hat.
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