gale
A gale is a very strong and powerful wind. It is much stronger than a breeze but smaller than a hurricane.
예시
3 / 5The gale blew the umbrella out of my hand during the walk.
The gale blew the umbrella out of my hand during the walk.
The authorities issued a gale warning for all ships in the harbor.
The authorities issued a gale warning for all ships in the harbor.
It is blowing a gale outside, so you should stay indoors.
It is blowing a gale outside, so you should stay indoors.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Gale starts with 'G' for 'Great'. Think of it as a 'Great Wind' that can knock things over.
빠른 퀴즈
The trees were bending low because of the strong _____ blowing from the ocean.
정답!
정답은: gale
예시
The gale blew the umbrella out of my hand during the walk.
everydayThe gale blew the umbrella out of my hand during the walk.
The authorities issued a gale warning for all ships in the harbor.
formalThe authorities issued a gale warning for all ships in the harbor.
It is blowing a gale outside, so you should stay indoors.
informalIt is blowing a gale outside, so you should stay indoors.
The Beaufort scale defines a gale as having speeds between 39 and 46 mph.
academicThe Beaufort scale defines a gale as having speeds between 39 and 46 mph.
The cargo delivery was delayed because of a severe gale at sea.
businessThe cargo delivery was delayed because of a severe gale at sea.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
gales of laughter
gales of laughter
blow a gale
blow a gale
fresh gale
fresh gale
자주 혼동되는 단어
A gust is a sudden, short burst of wind, while a gale is a sustained, very strong wind.
A breeze is a gentle, light wind, whereas a gale is powerful and potentially dangerous.
사용 참고사항
The word is most commonly used in weather forecasts and maritime contexts. It can also be used metaphorically to describe loud, sudden bursts of sound, like laughter.
자주 하는 실수
Learners sometimes use 'gale' to mean any wind; remember it must be very strong. It is also often confused with 'storm', though a gale refers specifically to the wind speed.
암기 팁
Gale starts with 'G' for 'Great'. Think of it as a 'Great Wind' that can knock things over.
어원
Probably from Old Norse 'galinn' meaning frantic or mad, describing the wild nature of the wind.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In island nations like the UK, gale warnings are a standard part of daily shipping forecasts on the radio.
빠른 퀴즈
The trees were bending low because of the strong _____ blowing from the ocean.
정답!
정답은: gale
관련 어휘
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Weather 관련 단어
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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