rainfall
Произношение: [ˈreɪnˌfɔːl]
Слово
Контекст: «weather»
(noun) the amount of rain that falls in a specific area over a certain period of time. It tells us how wet a place is and can affect things like plants and water supply.
Пример
Last month, the rainfall in our area was very high, which helped the crops grow.
Пример
This year, the rainfall has been very low, causing some plants to struggle.
Пример
What was the total rainfall last week?
Контекст: «measurement»
(noun) the measurement of rain, usually expressed in inches or millimeters. This helps us understand exactly how much rain has fallen.
Пример
The rainfall measured 3 inches this week, which is good for the gardens.
Пример
There was no measurable rainfall last month, which is unusual for this time of year.
Пример
How do you measure the rainfall from the storm?
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