Red sky at night

Red sky at night

RED SKY at NIYT rɛd skaɪ ət naɪt
Phrase

Prediction of good weather.

Example Sentences

"Red sky at night, shepherd's delight."
"Look, red sky at night."

Etymology & History

British weather lore saying. Shepherds delight.

Word Details

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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
Medieval
Language
none
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Formality
neutral

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