Meaning
Air moving at a high speed, often causing noticeable effects.
Cultural Background
The British talk about the weather constantly. 'Strong wind' is a common complaint during the winter months. In the Midwest, 'strong wind' often precedes warnings about tornadoes. The Netherlands is very flat and windy; 'strong wind' is a daily reality for cyclists. In coastal areas, 'strong wind' is a standard part of life and affects fishing and shipping.
Collocation Check
Always pair 'strong' with 'wind'. Never use 'heavy'.
Don't Overuse
If the wind is light, don't call it 'strong'. Use 'breeze' instead.
Meaning
Air moving at a high speed, often causing noticeable effects.
Collocation Check
Always pair 'strong' with 'wind'. Never use 'heavy'.
Don't Overuse
If the wind is light, don't call it 'strong'. Use 'breeze' instead.
Weather Reports
Listen to the news; they often use 'high winds' instead of 'strong wind'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
There is a _____ wind today.
We use 'strong' for wind.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which is correct?
'Strong wind' is the correct collocation.
Match the weather condition to the correct adjective.
Match: Wind -> ?
Wind is strong.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Why are the trees moving? B: Because of the _____.
The context describes wind.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesThere is a _____ wind today.
We use 'strong' for wind.
Which is correct?
'Strong wind' is the correct collocation.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Wind is strong.
A: Why are the trees moving? B: Because of the _____.
The context describes wind.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, 'very' is a common intensifier for 'strong'.
It is neutral. It works in both casual and formal settings.
English collocations are specific. We use 'heavy' for volume (rain) and 'strong' for force (wind).
Yes, a gale is a specific, higher level of wind speed.
It rhymes with 'pinned', not 'find'.
Yes, if you are explaining a delay due to weather.
A 'calm day' or 'no wind'.
Sometimes, but poets often prefer more descriptive words like 'fierce' or 'howling'.
Not necessarily, but they often occur together in storms.
Yes, that is a perfectly natural sentence.
Related Phrases
High winds
synonymStrong wind
Gusty wind
specialized formWind that comes in bursts
Gale
specialized formVery strong wind
Windy day
similarA day with a lot of wind
