
climate
/ˈklaɪmət/
CEFR level B1Topic EnvironmentWord #2723 in the learning path
气候
Definitions
n. The typical weather conditions of a place over many years.
气候
n. The general attitudes and conditions within a society or organisation.
社会环境;风气;氛围
Example
These plants grow well in a warm, dry climate.
这些植物在温暖干燥的气候中长得很好。
A changing climate may force farmers to grow different crops and adopt more efficient irrigation methods.
气候变化可能迫使农民改种其他作物,并采用更高效的灌溉方法。
Collocations
- climate change
- mild climate
- political climate
Word family
- climatic (adj.)
- climatology (n.)
Usage tip
climate指长期气候,weather指具体天气。
FAQ
- What does climate mean?
- The typical weather conditions of a place over many years. The general attitudes and conditions within a society or organisation.
- How is climate pronounced?
- UK /ˈklaɪmət/, US /ˈklaɪmət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.