Regenphase

/ˈʁeːɡn̩ˌfaːzə/
rainy period

Während der Regenphase bleibt das Camping nicht möglich.

During the rainy period, camping is not possible.


general

A period characterized by frequent or continuous rainfall.

Die Meteorologen erwarten eine mehrtägige Regenphase.

The meteorologists expect a multi-day rainy period.

In dieser Region gibt es typischerweise zwei Regenphasen pro Jahr.

This region typically has two rainy periods per year.

Often used in weather forecasts or climate descriptions.

Collocations

längere Regenphaseprolonged rainy periodRegenphase beginntrainy period begins

Pro Tip

Compound Structure

German often forms compound nouns by joining two words. 'Regenphase' combines 'Regen' (rain) and 'Phase' (phase), indicating a period of rain. Breaking down such compounds helps with vocabulary retention.

Gold Rule

Gender and Plural

'Regenphase' is feminine (die Regenphase) and forms the plural as 'Regenphasen'.

Word Origin

Compound of 'Regen' (rain) + 'Phase' (phase), from Greek 'phasis' via Latin 'phasis', meaning a stage or period.

Usage Notes

Common in meteorological and climatological contexts. Can also be used metaphorically in non-literal contexts (e.g., 'eine emotionale Regenphase durchleben').

Word Breakdown

Regen
rain
root
+
Phase
phase/period
root
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