Raining: meaning, definitions and examples

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raining

 

[ ˈreɪnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

weather condition

Raining refers to the process of water droplets falling from the atmosphere to the ground. This phenomenon occurs when atmospheric moisture condenses into droplets that become heavy enough to fall. Rain is an essential part of the Earth's hydrological cycle, replenishing water sources and aiding in plant growth. The occurrence and intensity of rain can vary significantly based on geographical location and seasonal changes.

Synonyms

drizzling, precipitating, showering

Examples of usage

  • It's raining outside, so take an umbrella.
  • The forecast predicts it will be raining all week.
  • I love the sound of raining on the roof.
  • Don't forget to water your plants; it's been raining less this month.

Translations

Translations of the word "raining" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chovendo

🇮🇳 बारिश हो रही है

🇩🇪 regnet

🇮🇩 hujan

🇺🇦 дощить

🇵🇱 pada deszcz

🇯🇵 雨が降っている

🇫🇷 il pleut

🇪🇸 está lloviendo

🇹🇷 yağmur yağıyor

🇰🇷 비가 오고 있다

🇸🇦 تمطر

🇨🇿 prší

🇸🇰 prší

🇨🇳 正在下雨

🇸🇮 dežuje

🇮🇸 rignir

🇰🇿 жауын жауып жатыр

🇬🇪 წვიმს

🇦🇿 yağış yağır

🇲🇽 está lloviendo

Etymology

The word 'raining' originates from the Old English term 'regnian', which meant to rain or to drizzle. This word has its roots in Proto-Germanic *regną, which likewise meant 'to rain'. Over time, it evolved through various forms in Middle English before stabilizing into its current form 'raining'. The linguistic evolution reflects the importance of water and rain in human survival and agricultural practices throughout history. Raining also has related terms in various languages, emphasizing the universal experience of this natural phenomenon.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,129, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.