precipitation
Precipitation is a formal meteorological term referring to any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere and reaches the ground. This includes common weather events such as rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
例文
3 / 5The weather forecast predicts that we will see some form of precipitation by late afternoon.
The weather report says to expect rain or snow later today.
The tropical rainforest is characterized by high temperatures and significant annual precipitation.
The rainforest is known for being hot and having a lot of rain every year.
Looks like we're finally getting some precipitation after this long dry spell.
It seems like it is finally going to rain after a long time without it.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of the word 'pre-cipitation'. In the water cycle, this is the step that happens 'pre' (before) the water collects in rivers and lakes.
クイックテスト
The meteorologist predicted that the ______ would turn from rain into snow as the temperature dropped.
正解！
正解は： a
例文
The weather forecast predicts that we will see some form of precipitation by late afternoon.
everydayThe weather report says to expect rain or snow later today.
The tropical rainforest is characterized by high temperatures and significant annual precipitation.
formalThe rainforest is known for being hot and having a lot of rain every year.
Looks like we're finally getting some precipitation after this long dry spell.
informalIt seems like it is finally going to rain after a long time without it.
Climate change models suggest a shift in the global distribution of precipitation, leading to more frequent floods in certain regions.
academicScientific models show that where rain falls globally is changing, which will cause more flooding in some areas.
Our construction schedule must remain flexible to account for delays caused by heavy precipitation.
businessThe building plan needs to be able to change if heavy rain or snow stops work.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
forms of precipitation
The different types of water that fall (rain, snow, etc.).
chance of precipitation
The likelihood that it will rain or snow.
frozen precipitation
Snow, sleet, or hail.
よく混同される語
Condensation is the process of water vapor turning into liquid droplets (forming clouds), while precipitation is the actual falling of those droplets to earth.
使い方のコツ
Use 'precipitation' in scientific, academic, or formal contexts when you want to refer to rain, snow, and hail collectively. In casual conversation, it is much more common to use the specific word for the type of weather occurring (e.g., 'rain' or 'snow').
よくある間違い
Learners often use 'precipitation' as a verb. While the verb 'precipitate' exists, it usually means to cause something to happen suddenly in a social or political context, rather than meaning 'to rain'.
覚え方のコツ
Think of the word 'pre-cipitation'. In the water cycle, this is the step that happens 'pre' (before) the water collects in rivers and lakes.
語源
Derived from the Latin 'praecipitatio', meaning 'a falling headlong' or 'casting down'.
文法パターン
文化的な背景
In many English-speaking countries, 'chance of precipitation' is a standard phrase used in daily televised weather forecasts.
クイックテスト
The meteorologist predicted that the ______ would turn from rain into snow as the temperature dropped.
正解！
正解は： a
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関連単語
complement
A2A 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
A2Describes 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
A2To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.
confer
A2To 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
A2To 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
A2Following 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
A2Consistency 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
B1Describing 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
B1Describes 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
B1Describing 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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