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rainfall

Pronunciation: [ˈreɪnˌfɔːl]

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Learn how to use rainfall in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

Last month, the rainfall in our area was very high, which helped the crops grow.

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This year, the rainfall has been very low, causing some plants to struggle.

Example

What was the total rainfall last week?

Context: “measurement”

(noun) the measurement of rain, usually expressed in inches or millimeters. This helps us understand exactly how much rain has fallen.

Example

The rainfall measured 3 inches this week, which is good for the gardens.

Example

There was no measurable rainfall last month, which is unusual for this time of year.

Example

How do you measure the rainfall from the storm?

How to pronounce rainfall

Pronunciation: [ˈreɪnˌfɔːl]

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