Meaning of the word "if in February there be no rain, it is neither good for hay nor grain" in English
What does "if in February there be no rain, it is neither good for hay nor grain" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
if in February there be no rain, it is neither good for hay nor grain
US /ɪf ɪn ˈfɛbjueri ðɛr bi noʊ reɪn, ɪt ɪz ˈniðər ɡʊd fɔr heɪ nɔr ɡreɪn/
UK /ɪf ɪn ˈfɛbruəri ðeə bi nəʊ reɪn, ɪt ɪz ˈnaɪðə ɡʊd fɔː heɪ nɔː ɡreɪn/
Idiom
An old English proverb suggesting that rain in February is essential for a good harvest of hay and grain later in the year.
Example:
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The farmers are worried about the drought because if in February there be no rain, it is neither good for hay nor grain.
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My grandfather always said, 'If in February there be no rain, it is neither good for hay nor grain,' so he's happy to see the storms today.