Nippy
NIP-ee /ˈnɪpi/
Informal Neutral
What it really means
A bit cold, chilly — cold enough to need a coat. Often used about mornings and autumn weather.
Chinese explanation
有点冷、凉飕飕的——冷到需要穿外套的程度。常用来形容早晨和秋天的天气。
Example conversation
A: Bit nippy out this morning.
B: Yeah, autumn's definitely here.
A：今天早上外面有点凉啊。
B：是啊，秋天真的到了。
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