Spanish Conversation · Level 74
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Spanish word
humedad
Pronunciation
IPA/umeˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine nounhumidity
Example
La humedad está alta hoy.
The humidity is high today.
More examples
La alta humedad dificulta secar la ropa.
High humidity makes it difficult to dry clothes.
Core concept
Degree of moisture in air or materials.
Common phrases
alta humedad
high humidity
Similar words
vapor: Water in gas form produced when a liquid evaporates or boils.
rocío: Tiny water droplets that condense on surfaces, typically at dawn.
niebla: Very fine water droplets suspended near the ground, reducing visibility.
Definition in Spanish
Cantidad de vapor de agua presente en el aire o de agua retenida en materiales.
Word origin
Comes from Latin humidus 'moist', passing through humiditas to form the Spanish humedad.
Usage tips
- Húmedo describes a somewhat damp condition whereas mojado describes something wet from water, so small condensation is húmedo rather than mojado.