strong rainy

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "strong rainy" is not correct and not typically used in written English.
It seems to be an attempt to describe heavy rain, but the adjective "strong" is not commonly paired with "rainy" in this context. Example: "The forecast predicts a strong rainy season this year."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

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Exact Expressions

2 human-written examples

"We need to maintain a strong Rainy Day Fund," Mr. Perry told the lawmakers and political figures assembled in the House chamber.

The New York Times

As discussed above Al and Fe concentrations, which are particularly high in surface rivers during strong rainy seasons like in 2012 (Table 1, Al 0.36 4.4 mg/L, Fe 0.15 1.8 mg/L), are probably indicative of severe water input from the surrounding fields.

Applied Water Science

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A stronger rainy day fund is needed, Brown says, because California's tax system leaves the state vulnerable to swings in the economy.

Los Angeles Times

However, why is the insolation stronger in the rainy and cloudy season?

Progress in Earth and Planetary Science

After particularly strong rain events (2012), the Ca concentration is nearly only half of that in normal rainy seasons.

Applied Water Science

Moreover, during the rainy season, strong rainfall events often come with strong winds that may reinforce ACS losses (Toledo et al. 2011) and we know, from the Paracou dataset, that the highest total precipitation leads to the highest proportion of tree-fall deaths (Aubry-Kientz et al. 2015).

Forest Ecosystems

During the rainy season strong rain events induce point recharge from surface water through fast conduit flow.

Applied Water Science

Key informant interviews and FGDs revealed that most of the people perceived that 'climate change is occurring' in the form of changes in rainfall and temperature; one third perceived it as a change of strong wind during the rainy season.

Global Health Action

Moreover, the data from this paper confirm the strong effect of the rainy season on mortality in this part of SSA, which is mostly but not exclusively attributed to malaria (40– 40).

Global Health Action

Furthermore, predictors varied with seasonality, with slope of the terrain being the strongest predictor in the dry season and canopy cover being the strongest predictor in the rainy season.

Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment

"In the end, people don't really have strong principles about a rainy-day fund," he said.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Opt for established phrases like "heavy rain", "intense rainfall", or "torrential rain" for clearer and more accurate communication. These alternatives are widely recognized and avoid potential confusion.

Common error

Avoid using "strong" to describe a "rainy" condition directly. It's more appropriate to describe the rain itself as "heavy", "intense", or "torrential" rather than modifying "rainy".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "strong rainy" functions as an adjectival phrase attempting to describe weather conditions. While understandable, Ludwig AI marks it as incorrect. Standard English prefers alternatives that more directly modify the rain itself, such as "heavy rain" or "intense rainfall".

Expression frequency: Rare

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "strong rainy" might be understandable, it's not considered grammatically correct in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment, suggesting that it's more appropriate to use established phrases like "heavy rain" or "intense rainfall". These alternatives provide clarity and are more widely accepted. The register is generally neutral, but usage should be avoided in formal writing. Opt for recognized alternatives to ensure effective communication and avoid potential confusion.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

heavy rain

Replaces "strong rainy" with a more common and direct description of intense rainfall.

intense rainfall

Substitutes "strong rainy" with a phrase emphasizing the intensity of the rain.

heavy downpour

Replaces "rainy" with "downpour" to indicate a sudden and heavy fall of rain, modifying "strong" to "heavy".

torrential rain

Uses "torrential" to emphasize the extreme force and abundance of the rain.

severe rainstorm

Replaces "rainy" with "rainstorm" to highlight a particularly intense weather event.

powerful rain

Substitutes "strong" with "powerful" while retaining the direct reference to rain.

copious rainfall

Uses "copious" to emphasize the large quantity of rain.

intense wet weather

Replaces the specific term "rainy" with a more general description of wet conditions.

substantial rainfall

Substitutes "strong" with "substantial" to indicate a significant amount of rain.

vigorous rainfall

Replaces "strong" with "vigorous" to suggest energetic and intense rainfall.

FAQs

Is "strong rainy" grammatically correct?

No, the phrase "strong rainy" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to use phrases like "heavy rain" or "intense rainfall".

What are some alternatives to "strong rainy"?

You can use alternatives such as "heavy rain", "intense rainfall", or "torrential rain" to describe conditions with significant rainfall.

When is it appropriate to use "strong" with weather-related terms?

It's generally appropriate to use "strong" with terms like "wind", "current", or "storm". For example, you might say "strong winds" or "strong currents". When describing rain, use adjectives that focus on the intensity or amount of precipitation.

How does "heavy rain" differ from "strong rainy"?

"Heavy rain" is a commonly used and accepted phrase to describe a significant amount of rainfall. "Strong rainy", while understandable, isn't standard usage. It's similar to the difference between using correct grammar and understandable but awkward phrasing.