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UK//bɪɡ oʊld fæt reɪn//US//bɪɡ oʊld fæt reɪn//

Meaning of Big old fat rain

A colloquial expression emphasizing heavy rainfall.

In simple words: A lot of heavy rain.

Big old fat rain in a sentence

  • We had big old fat rain yesterday, and the streets flooded quickly.
  • It looks like more big old fat rain is coming this afternoon.
  • I don't want to go outside; it's just big old fat rain all day.

How to use Big old fat rain

Used in casual conversations, often to emphasize the heaviness of rain. Not commonly used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a giant raindrop coming down, big, old, and fat!

Related words

Collocations with Big old fat rain

Synonyms for Big old fat rain

  • heavy rain
  • downpour
  • torrential rain
  • soaking rain
  • deluge

Common mistakes with Big old fat rain

  • Using in formal contexts where it's inappropriate.
  • Confusing with other expressions for rain.
  • Not understanding it's a colloquial phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about Big old fat rain

What does Big old fat rain mean?

A lot of heavy rain.

What is the definition of Big old fat rain?

A colloquial expression emphasizing heavy rainfall.

How do you use Big old fat rain in a sentence?

We had big old fat rain yesterday, and the streets flooded quickly.

Can you give another example of Big old fat rain?

It looks like more big old fat rain is coming this afternoon.

What are synonyms for Big old fat rain?

Common alternatives include heavy rain, downpour, torrential rain, soaking rain, deluge.

What words go with Big old fat rain?

It commonly pairs with big old fat rain, heavy rain, falling rain, unexpected rain, pouring rain.

What are common mistakes when using Big old fat rain?

Using in formal contexts where it's inappropriate. Confusing with other expressions for rain. Not understanding it's a colloquial phrase.

How do you pronounce Big old fat rain?

US: //bɪɡ oʊld fæt reɪn//, UK: //bɪɡ oʊld fæt reɪn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Big old fat rain formal or informal?

"Big old fat rain" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Big old fat rain?

Used in casual conversations, often to emphasize the heaviness of rain. Not commonly used in formal writing.