A1 adjective Neutro #1,609 mais comum

dry

/draɪ/

Dry describes something that is free from moisture or liquid and not wet. In terms of weather, it refers to a climate or a day where there is little to no rain.

Exemplos

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1

The grass is dry because it has not rained all week.

The grass does not have any water on it because there was no rain.

2

The forecast predicts a dry spell for the next ten days.

The weather report says there will be no rain for ten days.

3

Is my shirt dry yet?

Is the water gone from my shirt so I can wear it?

Família de palavras

Substantivo
dryness
Verb
dry
Advérbio
dryly
Adjetivo
dry
Relacionado
dryer
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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'y' in 'dry' as a little cup that is empty because there is no water in it.

Quiz rápido

The sun is very hot today, so the wet clothes will be ______ soon.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: dry

Exemplos

1

The grass is dry because it has not rained all week.

everyday

The grass does not have any water on it because there was no rain.

2

The forecast predicts a dry spell for the next ten days.

formal

The weather report says there will be no rain for ten days.

3

Is my shirt dry yet?

informal

Is the water gone from my shirt so I can wear it?

4

Cacti are plants that thrive in dry, desert environments.

academic

Cacti grow well in places that have very little water.

5

We need a dry area to store the new paper shipments.

business

We require a place without moisture for the paper inventory.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
dryness
Verb
dry
Advérbio
dryly
Adjetivo
dry
Relacionado
dryer

Colocações comuns

dry weather weather without rain
dry skin skin that needs moisturizer
bone dry completely dry
dry season the time of year with least rain
dry wine wine that is not sweet

Frases Comuns

dry run

a rehearsal or practice session

high and dry

left in a difficult situation without help

dry humor

funny in a subtle, understated way

Frequentemente confundido com

dry vs arid

Arid is a more technical or formal word used specifically for very dry climates like deserts.

dry vs drought

Drought is a noun describing a long period of dry weather, while dry is an adjective.

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Notas de uso

Use 'dry' to describe the physical state of objects without water or to describe weather that lacks rain. It can also describe food or drink that lacks sweetness or moisture.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use 'dry' when they mean they want to drink water; in English, we say 'I am thirsty' rather than 'I am dry.'

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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'y' in 'dry' as a little cup that is empty because there is no water in it.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Old English word 'drȳge,' which has Germanic roots meaning 'to dry or wither.'

Padrões gramaticais

Comparative: drier Superlative: driest Used after the verb 'to be' (The ground is dry)
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking countries, 'dry weather' is highly desired for outdoor social events like summer barbecues or cricket matches.

Quiz rápido

The sun is very hot today, so the wet clothes will be ______ soon.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: dry

Mais palavras de Weather

windy

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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