Cool MateMeaning of Runoff
In simple words: Water that flows over the ground instead of soaking into it.
Runoff in a sentence
- The heavy rain caused a large amount of runoff into the river.
- Urban areas often have more runoff due to pavement and buildings.
- Farmers need to be aware of the effects of runoff on soil erosion.
- Runoff from the fields can pollute nearby water sources.
- There is a runoff issue in the region during the rainy season.
How to use Runoff
Used in environmental and scientific contexts. Not typically used in casual conversations. Be careful not to confuse it with 'run off'.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'run-off' as water running off the ground.
Related words
Collocations with Runoff
- manage runoff
- prevent runoff
- runoff pollution
- excess runoff
Synonyms for Runoff
- discharge
- surface runoff
- wastewater
- drainage
Common mistakes with Runoff
- Confusing with 'run off', which means to leave quickly.
- Using 'runoff' in informal contexts where a simpler term might be better.
- Misunderstanding the environmental implications of 'runoff'.
Runoff appears in
Runoff in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
جريان المياه السطحي
المياه التي تتدفق على الأرض بدلاً من أن تتشربها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
জল নিষ্কাশন
জল যা মাটির গভীরে না গিয়ে ভূপৃষ্ঠ দিয়ে বয়ে যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Oberflächenabfluss
Wasser, das über den Boden fließt, anstatt einzusickern.
- SpanishEspañol
Escorrentía
Agua que corre por la superficie en lugar de filtrarse.
- Persianفارسی
آب روان
آبی که بر روی زمین جریان دارد به جای اینکه در آن نفوذ کند.
- FrenchFrançais
Ruissellement
L'eau qui coule sur le sol au lieu de s'y infiltrer.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अपवाह
वह पानी जो जमीन में सोखने के बजाय ऊपर बहता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Ruscellamento
Acqua che scorre sul terreno invece di penetrarvi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Escoamento
Água que corre pela superfície em vez de infiltrar no solo.
- RussianРусский
Сток
Вода, которая стекает по земле, вместо того чтобы впитываться в нее.
- Urduاردو
بہاؤ
وہ پانی جو زمین میں جذب ہونے کے بجائے سطح پر بہہ جاتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
地表径流
渗入地下而不是流过地面的水。
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Frequently asked questions about Runoff
What does Runoff mean?
Water that flows over the ground instead of soaking into it.
What is the definition of Runoff?
Water that flows over land to rivers or lakes, often after rain.
How do you use Runoff in a sentence?
The heavy rain caused a large amount of runoff into the river.
Can you give another example of Runoff?
Urban areas often have more runoff due to pavement and buildings.
What are synonyms for Runoff?
Common alternatives include discharge, surface runoff, wastewater, drainage.
What words go with Runoff?
It commonly pairs with manage runoff, prevent runoff, runoff pollution, excess runoff.
What are common mistakes when using Runoff?
Confusing with 'run off', which means to leave quickly. Using 'runoff' in informal contexts where a simpler term might be better. Misunderstanding the environmental implications of 'runoff'.
How do you pronounce Runoff?
US: //ˈrʌn.ɔf//, UK: //ˈrʌn.ɒf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Runoff?
Used in environmental and scientific contexts. Not typically used in casual conversations. Be careful not to confuse it with 'run off'.