climate

climat

Conditions météorologiques habituelles d’un lieu sur de nombreuses années.

En anglais simple : The usual weather in a place over many years.

• This country has a warm climate.
• These trees grow best in a wet climate.
• How will climate change affect farming here?

Expressions courantes : warm climate, dry climate, climate change, tropical climate

climat, ambiance

Situation et sentiments dominants qui influencent la façon de penser ou d’agir des gens.

En anglais simple : The general situation and feelings that influence how people think or act.

• The political climate has changed.
• Businesses are struggling in the current economic climate.
• The threats created a climate of fear among workers.

Comment l'utiliser : climate of something (Open debate requires a climate of trust.)

Synonymes : atmosphere, mood

Expressions courantes : political climate, economic climate, climate of fear