freezing
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.
Exemples
3 sur 5The temperature dropped below freezing last night.
The temperature dropped below freezing last night.
The meteorological report indicates a period of sustained freezing.
The meteorological report indicates a period of sustained freezing.
It is way below freezing, so wear a heavy coat!
It is way below freezing, so wear a heavy coat!
Synonymes
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of the 'Freezer' in your kitchen; it is where the 'freezing' happens to make ice.
Quiz rapide
Water turns into ice when the temperature is at ____.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : freezing
Exemples
The temperature dropped below freezing last night.
everydayThe temperature dropped below freezing last night.
The meteorological report indicates a period of sustained freezing.
formalThe meteorological report indicates a period of sustained freezing.
It is way below freezing, so wear a heavy coat!
informalIt is way below freezing, so wear a heavy coat!
The experiment monitors the freezing of various liquids at high altitudes.
academicThe experiment monitors the freezing of various liquids at high altitudes.
The company expects delays in shipping due to the freezing of the harbor.
businessThe company expects delays in shipping due to the freezing of the harbor.
Synonymes
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
freezing cold
freezing cold
at the freezing point
at the freezing point
freezing rain
freezing rain
Souvent confondu avec
Freezing is the process or the current state of the weather, while frozen is the completed state of an object.
Freezing refers to the temperature or process, whereas frost refers specifically to the white ice crystals on surfaces.
Notes d'usage
In A1 English, 'freezing' is most commonly used in the phrase 'below freezing' to describe the weather. While it can be an adjective, as a noun it specifically denotes the temperature threshold of 0°C.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often say 'It is the freezing' instead of 'It is freezing' (adjective) or 'The temperature is below freezing' (noun).
Astuce mémo
Think of the 'Freezer' in your kitchen; it is where the 'freezing' happens to make ice.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Old English word 'frēosan', which means to turn to ice.
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In many cold-climate countries, the 'freezing' mark is a critical metric for school closures and road safety warnings.
Quiz rapide
Water turns into ice when the temperature is at ____.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : freezing
Grammaire lie
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Plus de mots sur Weather
windy
A1Windy 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
A1Foggy 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
A1Describes 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
A1An 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
A1Describes 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.
humid
A1Humid 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
A1Describes 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
A1Mild 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
A1Rain 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
A1Snow 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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