raincoat
word
Definition
A coat made from waterproof material, worn to protect yourself from the rain.
Usage & Nuances
'Raincoat' is used for any waterproof outer coat, often with a hood. Common collocations are 'put on your raincoat,' 'yellow raincoat.' Sometimes called 'rain jacket' (often shorter). Not used for umbrellas or boots.
Spanish: impermeable - abrigo para la lluviaPortuguese (BR): capa de chuva - impermeávelPortuguese (PT): capa de chuva - impermeávelChinese (Simplified): 雨衣Chinese (Traditional): 雨衣Hindi: रेनकोटArabic: معطف مطرBengali: রেইনকোট - বর্ষাতিRussian: дождевикJapanese: レインコート - 雨合羽Vietnamese: áo mưaKorean: 비옷 - 우비Turkish: yağmurlukUrdu: برساتی - رین کوٹIndonesian: jas hujan
Example Sentences
I always carry my raincoat when it looks cloudy.
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He put on his raincoat before going outside.
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My yellow raincoat keeps me dry in the rain.
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It started to rain, so I quickly threw on my raincoat and ran to the bus stop.
natural
Don’t forget your raincoat—it’s pouring out there!
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She’s got a bright red raincoat that everyone notices.
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