Which is correct:
"there are chances of rain" or "there are chances of raning"?

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there are chances of rain

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate the possibility of rain occurring in the future.

Examples:

  • There are chances of rain tomorrow.
  • The weather forecast says there are chances of rain this weekend.

there are chances of raning

This phrase is incorrect in English. The correct form is 'raining' to describe the action of rain falling from the sky.


Alternatives:

  • there are chances of raining
  • there is a chance of rain
  • rain is likely
  • rain is expected
  • there may be rain
The correct phrase is 'there are chances of rain.' 'Raining' is the correct form of the verb to describe the action of rain falling from the sky, not 'raning.'

Last updated: March 15, 2024

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