Weather and seasons – speaking topic

5 words to use

• humid – wet, sticky airHindi meaning
• monsoon – rainy seasonHindi meaning
• chilly – a bit coldHindi meaning
• pleasant – nice, enjoyableHindi meaning
• forecast – weather predictionHindi meaning

Sentence starters

• “My favourite season is……”
• “During this season, I……”
• “I don't like … because……”

Sample answer (read it aloud, then make it yours)

I like the monsoon most. Jaipur is very hot and dry in May and June, so the first rain feels like a gift. The air becomes cool, the trees look green, and everyone comes out on the roof. My favourite thing is hot tea and pakoras when it rains. The only problem is that the air becomes humid and the roads fill with water. Winter is nice too, but the monsoon has a special feeling.

Follow-up questions to ask your partner

1. Which season do you like most?
2. What do you do when it rains?
3. How hot does it get in your city in summer?
4. Do you think the weather is changing over the years?
5. Do you prefer hot or cold places?