Lluvias (en. Rains)

/ˈjuβjas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Meteorological phenomenon that consists of the falling of water drops.
The rains have been heavy in the region this week.
Las lluvias han sido intensas en la región durante esta semana.
Distribution of water in different places caused by the falling of water from the sky.
The rains are essential for irrigating crops.
Las lluvias son esenciales para el riego de los cultivos.
Causes of flooding in affected areas.
The torrential rains caused landslides.
Las lluvias torrenciales provocaron deslizamientos de tierra.

Etymology

From Latin 'pluvia', which means rain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

raining cats and dogs
When it rains very heavily.
lluvias a cántaros
intermittent rains
When the rains occur irregularly.
lluvias intermitentes
to expect rains
To anticipate that it will rain soon.
esperar lluvias

Related Words

to rain
Action of water falling from the sky in the form of drops.
llover
rain shock
Condition where two rain fronts meet.
choque de lluvias
cyclone
Meteorological phenomenon that can generate intense rains.
ciclón

Slang Meanings

Torrential rains
Today there will be torrential rains, you better bring an umbrella.
Hoy habrá lluvias torrenciales, mejor lleva un paraguas.
Summer rains
Summer rains are typical in this region.
Las lluvias de verano son típicas en esta región.