B2
downpour vs drizzle
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| downpournoun/ˈdaʊn.pɔːr/ | Meaning a sudden, very heavy fall of rain | Goes with heavy downpour | Example A sudden downpour forced the spectators to run for shelter. |
| drizzlenoun/ˈdrɪz.əl/ | Meaning light rain with very small drops | Goes with light drizzle | Example A light drizzle was falling when we left the hotel this morning. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Torrential caused flash floods.