weatherman

Everyday

1. A weatherman is a man who tells people what the weather will be, especially on TV or radio. tree →
2. (informal) Any weather forecaster, or a meteorologist (a scientist who studies weather). tree →

In the lessons

Children see weather forecasts on TV and apps; in science lessons on weather and climate it links to forecasting, maps, symbols and temperatures. Phrases: «the weatherman said», «TV weatherman».

Examples

• The weatherman said it will rain tomorrow. tree →
• The TV weatherman pointed to a big cloud on the map. tree →
• The weatherman was wrong; it was sunny all day! tree →
• I want to be a weatherman and study storms. tree →
• The weatherwoman warned about strong winds. tree →
• Weathermen use satellites and computers to predict the weather. tree →

Note

Plural «weathermen». For women «weatherwoman»; neutral «weather forecaster», «weather presenter», «meteorologist». Forecasts are predictions, not certainties: «70% chance of rain» means rain is likely, not sure.