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sky

/skaɪ/

The space above the Earth where we see the sun, moon, and stars. It is the atmosphere seen from the ground, often appearing blue during the day and dark at night.

Ejemplos

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1

The sky is very blue and clear this morning.

The sky is very blue and clear this morning.

2

The meteorological report indicates a clear sky for the duration of the event.

The meteorological report indicates a clear sky for the duration of the event.

3

Look at the sky! It's so pretty with those pink clouds.

Look at the sky! It's so pretty with those pink clouds.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
sky
Adverbio
skyward
Adjetivo
sky-high
Relacionado
skyline
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Truco para recordar

The word 'Sky' starts with 'S' like 'Sun' and 'Stars' which are found there.

Quiz rápido

When it is night, the ____ is dark and full of stars.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: sky

Ejemplos

1

The sky is very blue and clear this morning.

everyday

The sky is very blue and clear this morning.

2

The meteorological report indicates a clear sky for the duration of the event.

formal

The meteorological report indicates a clear sky for the duration of the event.

3

Look at the sky! It's so pretty with those pink clouds.

informal

Look at the sky! It's so pretty with those pink clouds.

4

Atmospheric scattering explains why the sky appears blue to the human eye.

academic

Atmospheric scattering explains why the sky appears blue to the human eye.

5

Our rooftop office provides a stunning view of the city sky.

business

Our rooftop office provides a stunning view of the city sky.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
sky
Adverbio
skyward
Adjetivo
sky-high
Relacionado
skyline

Colocaciones comunes

blue sky blue sky
night sky night sky
clear sky clear sky
cloudy sky cloudy sky
starry sky starry sky

Frases Comunes

the sky's the limit

the sky's the limit

out of the clear blue sky

out of the clear blue sky

pie in the sky

pie in the sky

Se confunde a menudo con

sky vs heaven

Heaven is a religious or spiritual place of peace, while the sky is the physical atmosphere above us.

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Notas de uso

We almost always use the definite article 'the' when referring to the sky. While usually singular, 'skies' is used to describe weather over time, such as 'sunny skies'.

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Errores comunes

Learners often forget to use 'the' (e.g., saying 'I like sky' instead of 'I like the sky').

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Truco para recordar

The word 'Sky' starts with 'S' like 'Sun' and 'Stars' which are found there.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Old Norse word 'sky', which originally meant 'cloud'.

Patrones gramaticales

Usually takes the definite article 'the' Countable only in specific weather contexts (e.g., blue skies) Commonly preceded by descriptive adjectives (e.g., the night sky)
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Contexto cultural

In English-speaking cultures, 'blue skies' often symbolize optimism and a lack of problems.

Quiz rápido

When it is night, the ____ is dark and full of stars.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: sky

Más palabras de Weather

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.

wet

A1

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.

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.

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