A1 adjective Neutral #371 am häufigsten

wet

/wɛt/

Describes something that is covered in or full of water or another liquid. In the context of weather, it refers to a day or period when it is raining.

Beispiele

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1

The grass is still wet from the morning dew.

The grass is still wet from the morning dew.

2

The authorities warned commuters about the wet road conditions.

The authorities warned commuters about the wet road conditions.

3

I'm so wet because I forgot my umbrella!

I'm so wet because I forgot my umbrella!

Wortfamilie

Nomen
wetness
Verb
wet
Adverb
wetly
Adjektiv
wet
Verwandt
moisture
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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'W' in Wet looking like waves of 'W'ater.

Schnelles Quiz

Please be careful; the kitchen floor is _____.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: wet

Beispiele

1

The grass is still wet from the morning dew.

everyday

The grass is still wet from the morning dew.

2

The authorities warned commuters about the wet road conditions.

formal

The authorities warned commuters about the wet road conditions.

3

I'm so wet because I forgot my umbrella!

informal

I'm so wet because I forgot my umbrella!

4

Wet tropical climates are characterized by high annual rainfall.

academic

Wet tropical climates are characterized by high annual rainfall.

5

The delivery was rejected because the boxes were wet and damaged.

business

The delivery was rejected because the boxes were wet and damaged.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
wetness
Verb
wet
Adverb
wetly
Adjektiv
wet
Verwandt
moisture

Häufige Kollokationen

wet weather wet weather
soaking wet soaking wet
wet paint wet paint
get wet get wet
wet floor wet floor

Häufige Phrasen

wet behind the ears

inexperienced or naive

a wet blanket

someone who spoils other people's fun

dripping wet

extremely wet, with water falling in drops

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wet vs humid

Wet refers to liquid water on a surface, while humid refers to water vapor in the air.

wet vs damp

Damp means only slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way, whereas wet can mean any amount of liquid.

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Nutzungshinweise

Wet is a basic adjective used for surfaces, weather, or clothing. It can also be used as a verb meaning to make something wet.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners sometimes use 'wet' to describe the feeling of the air (humidity), but 'wet' is better suited for rain or physical contact with water.

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Merkhilfe

Think of the 'W' in Wet looking like waves of 'W'ater.

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Wortherkunft

From the Old English word 'wēt', which is related to the word 'water'.

Grammatikmuster

Comparative: wetter Superlative: wettest Can be used as a verb: wet, wet/wetted, wet/wetted
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Kultureller Kontext

Talking about wet weather is a stereotypical and frequent conversation starter in British culture.

Schnelles Quiz

Please be careful; the kitchen floor is _____.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: wet

Mehr Weather Wörter

windy

A1

Windy is an adjective used to describe weather conditions where there is a lot of strong, moving air. It characterizes a day or a place where the wind is blowing harder than usual, often making it feel colder or causing objects to move.

foggy

A1

Foggy is an adjective used to describe weather where there is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets near the ground. It makes it very difficult to see things that are far away or even close by.

stormy

A1

Describes weather that is characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and often thunder or lightning. It can also refer to a situation or relationship marked by strong conflict or angry arguments.

overcast

A1

An 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.

cool

A1

Describes a temperature that is moderately cold, typically in a way that is pleasant or refreshing. It is used to describe weather that is neither hot nor very cold, often requiring a light jacket.

freezing

A1

Freezing refers to the temperature at which water turns into ice, which is 0°C or 32°F. It describes the process or the state of the weather when it is cold enough for liquid to become solid.

humid

A1

Humid describes air that feels wet, damp, and sticky because it contains a lot of water vapor. It is often used to describe hot weather that makes you feel sweaty.

mild

A1

Mild describes weather that is warmer than usual for a specific time of year, especially in winter or autumn. It means the temperature is moderate and pleasant, rather than being very cold or freezing.

rain

A1

Rain is water that falls from clouds in the sky in small drops. It is a natural weather event that provides water for plants and fills rivers and lakes.

snow

A1

Snow consists of soft, white flakes of frozen water that fall from the sky during cold weather. It accumulates on the ground as a white layer and is a common feature of winter in many parts of the world.

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