Wintertime: meaning, definitions and examples
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wintertime
[ ˈwɪntərtaɪm ]
season of year
Wintertime refers to the coldest season of the year, occurring between autumn and spring. It is characterized by shorter days and longer nights, as well as cold weather, snow, and frost in many regions. People often engage in winter sports and activities during this time.
Synonyms
cold season, frosty period, winter
Examples of usage
- We love to go skiing during wintertime.
- The days are shorter in wintertime.
- Wintertime is perfect for cozying up with a book.
Translations
Translations of the word "wintertime" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inverno
🇮🇳 सर्दी का मौसम
🇩🇪 Winterzeit
🇮🇩 musim dingin
🇺🇦 зима
🇵🇱 zima
🇯🇵 冬の季節
🇫🇷 hiver
🇪🇸 invierno
🇹🇷 kış
🇰🇷 겨울철
🇸🇦 شتاء
🇨🇿 zima
🇸🇰 zima
🇨🇳 冬季
🇸🇮 zima
🇮🇸 vetur
🇰🇿 қыс
🇬🇪 ზამთარი
🇦🇿 qış
🇲🇽 invierno
Etymology
The word 'wintertime' is derived from the Middle English term 'winer', which itself comes from the Old English 'winter'. The origins of 'winter' trace back to the Proto-Germanic *wintruz and the Proto-Indo-European *h₁en- meaning 'to be wet' or 'to flow'. As such, winter was initially associated with the flowing of icy water. Over time, the term evolved in various languages, and 'wintertime' emerged in English in the 14th century to specifically denote the season when winter occurs. The word has maintained its meaning through the centuries, emphasizing the distinct period of cold weather that affects many parts of the world.