partiellement couvert
The English phrase "partly cloudy" is translated into French as partiellement couvert.
The phrase is used to describe weather when the sky is partly covered by clouds.
Which one should you use?
Ciel partiellement nuageux is a formal way to say partly cloudy. Alternance de nuages et de soleil is a formal way to say partly cloudy.
Did you know?
- In French weather reports, you will often hear éclaircies instead of using a phrase for partly cloudy. This term refers specifically to the bright spots of sunshine that break through the clouds.
- If you are describing a sky that is more cloudy than sunny, a French speaker might use the word voilé to mean 'veiled'.
- French uses the word nuage for cloud, which shares a root with the English word 'nuance' through the idea of a subtle shade or veil.
Examples in context
- Demain, nous prévoyons un ciel partiellement nuageux avec des températures douces.Tomorrow, we anticipate a partly cloudy sky with mild temperatures.
- On dirait que ça sera un peu nuageux aujourd'hui, mais il fera quand même chaud.Looks like it'll be partly cloudy today, but it will still be warm.
- Le ciel est partiellement couvert aujourd'hui.The sky is partly cloudy today.
- La météo annonce un ciel partiellement couvert.The weather forecast predicts a partly cloudy sky.
- Le temps sera partiellement couvert cet après-midi.The weather will be partly cloudy this afternoon.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are planning a picnic.
- LucasQuel temps fait-il dehors, Manon ?What is the weather like outside, Manon?
- ManonLe ciel est partiellement couvert pour l'instant.The sky is partly cloudy for now.
- LucasPenses-tu qu'il va pleuvoir ?Do you think it is going to rain?
- ManonNon, je ne pense pas, Lucas.No, I don't think so, Lucas.
