meteorologia
/me.te.o.ro.loˈdʒi.a/The scientific study of the Earth's atmosphere, weather, and climate.
Secondo la meteorologia, domani ci sarà una tempesta.
According to meteorology, there will be a storm tomorrow.
Often used in academic, professional, or technical contexts.
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💡Pro Tip
Expanding Vocabulary
Learn related terms like 'tempo' (weather), 'clima' (climate), and 'atmosfera' (atmosphere) to build a stronger foundation in this topic.
⚡Gold Rule
Gender and Article
Remember that 'meteorologia' is feminine in Italian. Use 'la meteorologia' (the meteorology) and 'una meteorologia' (a meteorology) in sentences.
📖Word Origin
From Greek *meteōrologia*, combining *meteōros* (lofty, high in the air) and *-logia* (study of).
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'meteorologia' is a feminine noun. It is often used in compound forms like 'servizio meteorologico' (weather service) or 'modello meteorologico' (weather model).