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Weather and seasons in English: vocabulary, dialogue and typical phrases

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Question of the day

What did the weather forecast predict for the afternoon?

  1. Heavy rain
  2. A sunny spell
  3. Strong winds
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Correct answer: A sunny spell

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Transcript

Sarah looks out of the window. The weather forecast – Jump to the vocabulary entry for weather forecast was completely wrong. It predicted a sunny spell – Jump to the vocabulary entry for sunny spell for the afternoon, but now there is heavy rain – Jump to the vocabulary entry for heavy rain. She does not want to get wet – Jump to the vocabulary entry for get wet on her walk. Her friend Tom laughs. He says the weather can change quickly – Jump to the vocabulary entry for change quickly in autumn. It is his favourite season – Jump to the vocabulary entry for favourite season because he loves the autumn colours. Sarah prefers the summer. She hopes the rain stops soon so they can go outside.

Vocabulary

weather forecast/ˈweð.ə ˌfɔː.kɑːst/
Meaning: A report saying what the weather will be like.
Example: I always check the weather forecast before I go on holiday.
sunny spell/ˈsʌn.i spel/
Meaning: A short period when the sun shines.
Example: We enjoyed a brief sunny spell after lunch.
heavy rain/ˌhev.i ˈreɪn/
Meaning: A lot of water falling from the sky.
Example: The match was cancelled because of heavy rain.
get wet/ɡet ˈwet/
Meaning: To have water on your body or clothes.
Example: Take an umbrella so you do not get wet.
change quickly/tʃeɪndʒ ˈkwɪk.li/
Meaning: To become different in a short time.
Example: In the mountains, the temperature can change quickly.
favourite season/ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt ˈsiː.zən/
Meaning: The time of year you like the most.
Example: Spring is my favourite season because of the flowers.

Dialogue

  1. EmmaDid you see the weather forecast for tomorrow?
  2. DavidYes, it says we will have heavy rain in the morning.
  3. EmmaOh no. I hope we do not get wet on the way to work.
  4. DavidI will take my umbrella. But maybe we will have a sunny spell later.
  5. EmmaI hope so. The weather can change quickly at this time of year.
  6. DavidThat is true. Spring is nice, but it is very unpredictable.
  7. EmmaSummer is my favourite season. I just love the warm sun.
  8. DavidMe too. Let's hope tomorrow afternoon is better.

Questions for your conversation

Partner A

Easier: Do you like the rain? Why or why not?

What is your favourite season, and what do you do then?

More challenging: How do the different seasons affect your mood and daily routine?

Partner B

Easier: Do you check the weather forecast every day? Why or why not?

When do you talk about the weather with other people?

More challenging: How do you change your plans when the weather changes?

Partner A

Easier: Is the weather good today? Why or why not?

What weather do you enjoy when you spend time outside?

More challenging: What can you do with friends when it rains all weekend?

Useful phrases

  • What is the weather like today?
  • I need to take my umbrella.
  • The weather is beautiful today.
  • We had a lot of snow last winter.
  • I prefer the summer because it is warm.
  • It is raining heavily outside.

Topic quiz

Five quick questions check vocabulary and listening comprehension.

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