raining
0 antonyms and opposites of raining, grouped by meaning.
Verb — Falling as rain, or (figuratively) coming down heavily and continuously, like rain.
How to use raining
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Frequently asked questions
What does “raining” mean?
The word “raining” means falling as rain, or (figuratively) coming down heavily and continuously, like rain. In plain terms, rain is falling right now — or, figuratively, something is coming down thick and fast.
How do you pronounce “raining”?
“Raining” is pronounced RAY-nihng (/ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “raining” in a sentence?
Here is “raining” used in a sentence: “It's been raining non-stop since Tuesday.”
What part of speech is “raining”?
“Raining” is a verb.
Is “raining” a common word?
“Raining” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between raining and rained?
Raining is the present participle form of the verb rain, describing rain that is currently falling, as in 'it is raining.' Rained is the simple past tense, used for rain that fell at a completed point in the past, as in 'it rained yesterday.'
When do you use 'it is raining' versus 'it rains'?
'It is raining' describes rain happening right now, using the continuous form. 'It rains' describes a general or habitual fact, such as 'it rains a lot here in winter.'