French words for "climate and weather" | B2 Vocabulary

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océanique [Adjective]

oceanic

Ex:

Winters are less severe in oceanic zones.

méditerranéen [Adjective]

Mediterranean

Ex:

Mediterranean countries have a rich history.

continental [Adjective]

continental

Ex:

The mainland part of France excludes Corsica.

la giboulée [noun]

squall

Ex:

Watch out for sudden showers, they can be intense!

désertique [Adjective]

desert

Ex:

Desert vegetation is sparse and adapted to drought.

le cyclone [noun]

cyclone

Ex:

A cyclone can cause severe flooding.

dégagé [Adjective]

clear

Ex:

We enjoyed a clear day for a picnic.

la grêle [noun]

hail

Ex:

Hail fell during the storm.

souffler [Verb]

to blow

Ex:

The wind blows through the trees.

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