seasonal
Relating to or happening during a particular time of the year. It describes things like weather, food, or activities that change according to the four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
例文
3 / 5We love to eat seasonal fruit like strawberries in the summer.
We enjoy eating fruit that grows specifically during the summer season.
The company must prepare for seasonal changes in consumer behavior.
The business needs to get ready for changes in what people buy during different times of the year.
I'm just looking for some seasonal clothes for my holiday.
I am looking for clothes that are suitable for the current time of year for my vacation.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of the word 'Season' and add '-al' like 'all'. Seasonal things happen in a 'Season', but not 'all' through the year.
クイックテスト
In the winter, we wear ___ clothes like heavy coats and gloves.
正解!
正解は: seasonal
例文
We love to eat seasonal fruit like strawberries in the summer.
everydayWe enjoy eating fruit that grows specifically during the summer season.
The company must prepare for seasonal changes in consumer behavior.
formalThe business needs to get ready for changes in what people buy during different times of the year.
I'm just looking for some seasonal clothes for my holiday.
informalI am looking for clothes that are suitable for the current time of year for my vacation.
Seasonal variations in temperature are common in this geographic region.
academicChanges in temperature based on the time of year happen often in this area.
Our revenue increased because of seasonal sales during the winter.
businessThe money we made went up because people buy more things during the winter holidays.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
seasonal greetings
a friendly message sent during holidays like Christmas
seasonal peak
the time when something is at its highest or busiest level
seasonal affective disorder
a type of mood change related to the change in seasons
よく混同される語
'Seasoned' describes someone with a lot of experience or food with spices added, while 'seasonal' refers to the time of year.
'Seasonable' means weather that is normal or appropriate for the current time of year.
使い方のコツ
Use 'seasonal' as an adjective before a noun to describe something that depends on the time of year. It is most commonly used with words like weather, food, and jobs.
よくある間違い
Learners often use the noun 'season' as an adjective (e.g., saying 'season food') instead of using the correct adjective form 'seasonal'.
覚え方のコツ
Think of the word 'Season' and add '-al' like 'all'. Seasonal things happen in a 'Season', but not 'all' through the year.
語源
Derived from the Old French word 'saison', which comes from the Latin 'satio', meaning 'sowing' or 'planting time'.
文法パターン
文化的な背景
In many Western cultures, seasonal cycles dictate holiday traditions, agricultural festivals, and retail shopping habits like 'Black Friday'.
クイックテスト
In the winter, we wear ___ clothes like heavy coats and gloves.
正解!
正解は: seasonal
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Weatherの関連語
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.
freezing
A1Freezing 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
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.
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