Learn · Sentences Describing the Weather

Is it raining outside? I forgot my umbrella.

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Sentence

Narrator

Is it raining outside? I forgot my umbrella.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Checking the Weather

Is it raining outside? I should have checked the forecast before leaving.

Expressing Concern

Is it raining? I hope you remembered your umbrella.

Making a Plan

Is it raining? If so, we'll need to reschedule the picnic.

Sharing an Observation

It's raining cats and dogs! I wish I had my umbrella.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Is there precipitation occurring externally? My umbrella is absent.

Casual

Is it raining? Darn, I left my umbrella at home.

Simpler English

Is it raining? I don't have my umbrella.

Phrases to learn

Is it raining?

A question to inquire about the current weather condition.

forgot my umbrella

To have left one's umbrella behind.