Snowing: meaning, definitions and examples

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snowing

 

[ ˈsnoʊɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

weather condition

Snowing refers to the meteorological condition when snow falls from the sky due to the freezing of water vapor in the atmosphere. It typically occurs in winter and can lead to the accumulation of snow on the ground, affecting travel and outdoor activities.

Synonyms

flurries, snowfall

Examples of usage

  • It's snowing heavily outside.
  • I love the sound of snowing at night.
  • The weather forecast says it will be snowing tomorrow.
  • It's snowing so much that school was canceled.

Translations

Translations of the word "snowing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 neve

🇮🇳 बर्फबारी

🇩🇪 schneien

🇮🇩 salju

🇺🇦 сніг

🇵🇱 śnieg

🇯🇵 雪が降る

🇫🇷 neiger

🇪🇸 nevar

🇹🇷 kar

🇰🇷 눈이 내리다

🇸🇦 ثلج

🇨🇿 sníh

🇸🇰 sneh

🇨🇳 下雪

🇸🇮 sneženje

🇮🇸 snjór

🇰🇿 қар

🇬🇪 თოვლი

🇦🇿 qar

🇲🇽 nevar

Etymology

The word 'snow' originates from the Old English term 'snāw,' which in turn comes from the Proto-Germanic '*snaiwaz' and the Proto-Indo-European '*snóygʰ.' The use of 'snow' in English can be traced back to ancient times, where it referred to the frozen precipitation that falls from the sky. The concept of snowing was essential in various cultures, especially those in colder regions, as it significantly impacted agriculture and daily life. The term 'snowing' as a verb indicates the action of snow coming down, emphasizing not only the occurrence but also the conditions associated with winter weather patterns. Over time, snow has taken on various cultural meanings, signifying purity, coldness, and even holiday joy in many parts of the world.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,014, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.