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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
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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
rootPhase
phase/period
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