French Conversation · Level 15
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French word
climat
Pronunciation
IPA/klima/
Meaning
- masculine nounclimate
Example
Le climat de Paris est tempéré.
The climate in Paris is temperate.
More examples
Le climat de travail est devenu tendu.
The workplace atmosphere has become tense.
Core concept
The long-term weather pattern that gives a place its characteristic feel.
Common phrases
climat tropical
tropical climate
le climat de travail
workplace atmosphere
climat continental
continental climate
Similar words
météo: Short-term weather conditions or a forecast for a particular day.
temps: The weather or sky conditions at a specific time.
atmosphère: The mood or feeling of a place or situation.
ambiance: The pleasant feeling or atmosphere of a place or gathering.
Definition in French
Caractéristiques durables du temps d'une région, comme les températures moyennes et les précipitations habituelles.
Word origin
The French noun climat developed from Latin clima, borrowed from Greek klima, 'slope' or 'inclination', and its meaning shifted toward regional weather conditions.
Usage tips
- Climat describes long-term patterns, whereas météo usually refers to current or short-term weather.
Other meanings
- atmospherenoun
Related words
- climatiqueclimaticadjective
- climatiserair-conditionverb