27 Weather Idioms
Hi Everyone! Today I’ve put together a list of 27 weather idioms for you! English is full of interesting phrases, many of which are inspired by things we see daily. A lot of these phrases come from the weather, which everyone talks about and experiences. For English learners, understanding these weather-related idioms can be both fun and essential as they frequently pop up in daily conversations. In this blog, you will find 27 popular weather idioms with definitions and examples to show you how to use them effectively. So, whether it’s raining cats and dogs or you’re feeling on cloud nine, let’s get started!
Idioms
1) throw caution to the wind
Definition: acting without worrying about the risks and possible results
Example: After years of deliberation, she threw caution to the wind and started her own business.
2) It’s raining cats and dogs.
(This is a really fun idiom, but may sound a bit old-fashioned nowadays.)
Definition: raining very heavily
Example: I forgot my umbrella, and it’s raining cats and dogs outside!
3) weather the storm
Definition: surviving a difficult situation or period
Example: Despite the economic downturn, our company was able to weather the storm and emerge stronger.
4) a fair-weather friend
Definition: a person who is only a friend when things are good but disappears during hard times
Example: As soon as I faced some difficulties, my fair-weather friends were nowhere to be seen.
5) to have your head in the clouds
Definition: not paying attention to what’s happening around you, often daydreaming
Example: He’s always daydreaming and has his head in the clouds, missing what’s happening around him.
6) a storm is brewing
Definition: signs that something bad or intense will happen soon
Example: With those dark clouds on the horizon, it looks like a storm is brewing.
7) Every cloud has a silver lining.
Definition: even bad situations have some positive aspect
Example: I was upset about missing the bus, but every cloud has a silver lining; I bumped into an old friend while waiting for the next one.
8) a ray of hope
Definition: a small sign that things may improve or succeed
Example: Despite the bad news, the support from the community was a ray of hope.
9) be snowed under
Definition: having too much work or too many tasks to handle
Example: I’m snowed under with work this week; I have three projects due!
10) to save for a rainy day
Definition: saving something, especially money, for unexpected future needs
Example: I always set aside a portion of my salary to save for a rainy day.
11) break the ice
Definition: starting a conversation to make people feel more comfortable
Example: At parties, playing a fun game can help break the ice.
12) chase rainbows
Definition: trying to achieve something that is not possible
Example: He’s always chasing rainbows, looking for a get-rich-quick scheme.
13) the calm before the storm
Definition: a quiet period just before a period of great activity or trouble
Example: The city was eerily quiet, like the calm before the storm, before the festival began.
14) It never rains but it pours.
Definition: When one bad thing happens, other bad things often follow.
Example: First, the car broke down, then the washing machine stopped working—it never rains but it pours!
15) put on ice
Definition: delaying or postponing something
Example: The new project was put on ice until they could secure more funding.
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16) come rain or shine
Definition: no matter what happens or whatever the weather.
Example: We’ll hold our garage sale tomorrow, come rain or shine.
17) full of hot air
Definition: talking a lot without saying anything valuable or true
Example: He talks a lot about his adventures, but I think he’s full of hot air.
18) under the weather
Definition: feeling ill or not well
Example: I won’t be coming into work today; I’m feeling a bit under the weather.
19) be a breeze
Definition: something that is very easy to do
Example: The test was a breeze. I finished in half the allotted time.
20) get wind of something
Definition: hearing about something that was supposed to be secret
Example: I got wind of the surprise party, so now it won’t be a surprise for me!
21) a storm in a teacup
Definition: making a small problem seem bigger than it really is
Example: Their argument was just a storm in a teacup; they were laughing together the next day.
22) rain on someone’s parade
Definition: spoiling someone’s plans or fun
Example: I didn’t want to rain on her parade, but I had to tell her the truth about the job.
23) as right as rain
Definition: feeling completely well or healthy
Example: After a day of rest, she felt as right as rain.
24) steal my thunder
Definition: taking attention away from someone else
Example: I had big news to share, but he announced his engagement first and stole my thunder.
25) take a rain check
Definition: refusing an offer politely, with the hope of accepting it later
Example: I can’t make it to dinner tonight, but can I take a rain check?
26) cast a cloud
Definition: making a situation or event less enjoyable or positive
Example: The unexpected news cast a cloud over the celebration.
27) on cloud nine
Definition: feeling extremely happy or delighted
Example: After hearing the news of her promotion, she was on cloud nine.
Thank you so much for reading this blog. I hope you found it useful! Using these idioms makes your English sound more natural and can add a lot to your English conversations. So keep practicing, stay curious, and soon, you’ll find yourself using these expressions as naturally as the weather changes! Arnel
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