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UK//ˈdrɪz.əl//US//ˈdrɪz.əl//

Meaning of Drizzle

To rain lightly in small drops.

In simple words: Light rain.

Drizzle in a sentence

  • It started to **drizzle** just as we arrived at the picnic.
  • You might want an umbrella; it looks like it will **drizzle** later.
  • The chef decided to **drizzle** olive oil over the salad for flavor.
  • On days when it would only **drizzle**, we preferred to stay indoors.
  • As we walked, it began to **drizzle**, making the pavement shiny.

How to use Drizzle

Use 'drizzle' in casual conversations about weather. It's appropriate for informal discussions and forecasts but less so in formal reports.

Grammar pattern

drizzle + object

Memory hint

Think of 'drizzle' as a drizzle of icing on a cake – light and gentle.

Related words

Collocations with Drizzle

  • light drizzle
  • drizzle rain
  • a heavy drizzle
  • to drizzle lightly
  • drizzle of rain

Synonyms for Drizzle

Common mistakes with Drizzle

  • Confused with 'drizzling' as only a weather term.
  • Using 'drizzle' with heavy rain contexts.
  • Incorrectly spelling 'drizzle' as 'drizle'.

Compare Drizzle with Mist, Shower, Rain, Drop

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Frequently asked questions about Drizzle

What does Drizzle mean?

Light rain.

What is the definition of Drizzle?

To rain lightly in small drops.

How do you use Drizzle in a sentence?

It started to **drizzle** just as we arrived at the picnic.

Can you give another example of Drizzle?

You might want an umbrella; it looks like it will **drizzle** later.

What are synonyms for Drizzle?

Common alternatives include sprinkle, mist, shower, rain, drop.

What words go with Drizzle?

It commonly pairs with light drizzle, drizzle rain, a heavy drizzle, to drizzle lightly, drizzle of rain.

What are common mistakes when using Drizzle?

Confused with 'drizzling' as only a weather term. Using 'drizzle' with heavy rain contexts. Incorrectly spelling 'drizzle' as 'drizle'.

How do you pronounce Drizzle?

US: //ˈdrɪz.əl//, UK: //ˈdrɪz.əl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drizzle?

Use 'drizzle' in casual conversations about weather. It's appropriate for informal discussions and forecasts but less so in formal reports.