Speak About the Weather in English

Summary

This video script explores a wide range of weather conditions and related vocabulary. It covers descriptions of both good and bad weather, from sunny days to stormy skies. The script provides terms for various cloud types, precipitation (such as rain, drizzle, and hail), and temperature extremes. It also explains different weather phenomena, including snowstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes. Additional phrases for describing weather events are also highlighted, such as 'a spell of good weather' or 'a gust of wind.' This informative guide helps viewers improve their understanding and vocabulary related to weather conditions.

Takeaways

• 😀 When the weather is good, you can describe it as lovely, beautiful, fabulous, or glorious.
• 😀 Bad weather can be described as miserable, horrible, terrible, or foul.
• 😀 Clear skies are described as cloudless, while cloudy skies are gray. Dark clouds are heavy, and when the clouds appear, it's 'clouding over'.
• 😀 When clouds disappear and the sun comes out, it's referred to as 'clearing up'.
• 😀 If rain is expected, it's said to be 'going to rain', and if it's already happening, it's simply 'raining'.
• 😀 Light rain is called 'drizzling', while heavy rain is 'raining heavily' or 'pouring with rain'.
• 😀 A short, light rain is called a 'shower', while longer-lasting rain is called a 'steady rain'.
• 😀 Temperature can rise or fall, and extreme temperatures are described as boiling (hot) or freezing (cold).
• 😀 Snow can be described as snowing, with heavy snow and wind becoming a 'snow storm' or a 'blizzard'.
• 😀 Wind is categorized as a light breeze, a gale (stronger wind), and high winds mixed with rain or snow form a storm.
• 😀 Humidity in the air is referred to as 'humid', and when there is a lot of cloud coverage, it's described as 'overcast' or 'down'.

Q & A

What are some adjectives used to describe good weather?

Good weather can be described as lovely, beautiful, fabulous, or glorious.

What terms are used to describe bad weather?

Bad weather can be described as miserable, horrible, terrible, or foul.

What does it mean when the sky is 'cloudless'?

A 'cloudless' sky means there are no clouds in the sky, indicating clear and blue weather.

How do you describe the weather when clouds start to form in the sky?

When clouds begin to appear in the sky, the weather is described as 'clouding over'.

What do you call light rain versus heavy rain?

Light rain is called 'drizzling', while heavy rain can be described as 'pouring with rain' or 'raining heavily'.

What is the difference between a 'shower' and a 'steady rain'?

A 'shower' is a brief, light rain, while 'steady rain' refers to rain that lasts longer and is more consistent.

What does the phrase 'I got soaked' mean?

'I got soaked' means that a person got very wet, usually from heavy rain.

What is the temperature range for freezing weather?

Freezing weather occurs when the temperature is at or below 0°C (32°F).

What is the term used for a very cold period of weather?

A very cold period of weather is referred to as a 'cold snap' or 'cold spell'.

What is a blizzard, and how is it different from a snowstorm?

A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by high winds and heavy snow, making visibility very low, while a regular snowstorm may not have as extreme conditions.