Pouring: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is generally used to describe very heavy rain in an informal context. It is suitable for everyday conversations, social media posts, or casual writing.

• It’s pouring outside, don't forget to take an umbrella.
• The game was canceled because it was pouring.

This phrase is more neutral and suitable for both formal and informal contexts. It can be used in news reports, academic writing, as well as daily conversation.

• It's been raining heavily for hours, and there's flooding in some areas.
• She was late because it was raining heavily and the traffic was terrible.

This slang expression is informal and often used in British English to talk about very heavy rain. It's typically used in conversational speech.

• It's bucketing down out there, we should wait before going out.
• We got soaked because it started bucketing down suddenly.

This word is often used when talking about liquid being moved from one container to another, especially in a controlled or deliberate manner. It can also describe heavy rainfall.

• She is pouring the milk into the glass
• It’s pouring outside; don't forget your umbrella

This term is typically used when describing the movement of liquids, gas, or even abstract things like ideas, in a continuous and smooth manner.

• The river is flowing gently
• Ideas were flowing freely during the brainstorming session

Use this word when talking about moving something from one place to another, whether it is physical items, data, or responsibilities.

• He is transferring the files to the new computer
• The company is transferring several employees to the new branch