B2 verb Neutral

humidity

/hjuːˈmɪd.ə.ti/

Humidity refers to the amount of water vapor present in the air. It is a key meteorological measurement that influences weather patterns and how hot or cold the temperature feels to the human body.

Ejemplos

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1

The high humidity in the basement caused mold to grow on the walls.

The large amount of moisture in the air in the lower floor led to fungal growth.

2

Maintaining a constant level of humidity is crucial for the preservation of delicate museum exhibits.

Keeping a steady amount of air moisture is essential for protecting sensitive historical items.

3

I can't stand this humidity; it feels like I'm walking through soup.

I dislike this heavy, moist air; it feels very thick and uncomfortable.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
humidity
Verb
humidify
Adverbio
humidly
Adjetivo
humid
Relacionado
humidifier
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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'humid' in 'humidifier.' A humidifier is a machine that adds humidity to a dry room to help you breathe better.

Quiz rápido

The ______ was so high that my clothes felt damp as soon as I walked outside.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: humidity

Ejemplos

1

The high humidity in the basement caused mold to grow on the walls.

everyday

The large amount of moisture in the air in the lower floor led to fungal growth.

2

Maintaining a constant level of humidity is crucial for the preservation of delicate museum exhibits.

formal

Keeping a steady amount of air moisture is essential for protecting sensitive historical items.

3

I can't stand this humidity; it feels like I'm walking through soup.

informal

I dislike this heavy, moist air; it feels very thick and uncomfortable.

4

Specific humidity is defined as the mass of water vapor per unit mass of moist air.

academic

Technical air moisture is measured by the weight of water vapor compared to the weight of the air.

5

The data center requires precise humidity control to prevent static electricity and hardware failure.

business

The server facility needs exact moisture management to avoid electrical issues and equipment breakdown.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
humidity
Verb
humidify
Adverbio
humidly
Adjetivo
humid
Relacionado
humidifier

Colocaciones comunes

relative humidity the percentage of moisture in the air relative to its capacity
high humidity a large amount of water vapor in the air
humidity level the specific measurement of moisture in the atmosphere
control humidity to regulate or manage the amount of moisture in a space
tropical humidity the intense air moisture typically found in equatorial regions

Frases Comunes

break the humidity

when a storm or rain arrives to end a period of hot, damp weather

humidity index

a scale that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine heat index

stifling humidity

moisture in the air that is so heavy it makes breathing feel difficult

Se confunde a menudo con

humidity vs moisture

Moisture is a general term for liquid in any form or location, whereas humidity specifically refers to water vapor in the gas phase within the air.

humidity vs humidness

Humidness is a synonym but is far less common in scientific or everyday usage than humidity.

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Notas de uso

Humidity is an uncountable noun and is typically used with adjectives like high, low, extreme, or relative. In daily conversation, people often mention humidity when complaining about how uncomfortable hot weather feels.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the noun 'humidity' when they should use the adjective 'humid' (e.g., saying 'It is very humidity today' instead of 'It is very humid today').

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Truco para recordar

Think of the 'humid' in 'humidifier.' A humidifier is a machine that adds humidity to a dry room to help you breathe better.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'humiditas', from 'humidus' meaning 'moist' or 'wet'.

Patrones gramaticales

Uncountable noun Often used as the subject of the verb 'to be' or as the object of 'to measure' or 'to control' Usually takes no plural form
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Contexto cultural

In many parts of the world, such as Southeast Asia or the Southern United States, humidity is a major cultural talking point regarding physical comfort and hair care.

Quiz rápido

The ______ was so high that my clothes felt damp as soon as I walked outside.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: humidity

Palabras relacionadas

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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