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rainy weather; rainy day
A formal or official term for rainy weather. Commonly seen in announcements and signage about weather-dependent events.
雨天中止。
Canceled in case of rain.
雨天の場合は体育館で行います。
In the event of rain, it will be held in the gymnasium.
雨天決行ですので、傘をお持ちください。
The event will proceed rain or shine, so please bring an umbrella.
USAGE:
A formal word seen mostly in written announcements, event notices, and weather reports. In everyday conversation, 雨 is used instead.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 雨天中止 (canceled in case of rain)
- 雨天決行 (will proceed rain or shine)
- 雨天の場合 (in the event of rain)
- 雨天順延 (postponed to the next clear day)
CONTRAST:
雨天 is formal/written; 雨 is the everyday word. 雨天 appears on signs and posters, not in casual speech.