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Hey,In hebrew (my language), you have a saying: "The winter is in the door". I konw that you can't say this in English. Do you have an equivalent saying?Thanks in Advanced,Galia

Vorpar · Accepted Answer

What is the meaning of the idiom?

Galia · Answer

the meaning is that the winter starts, or going to start soon.

Ivanhr · Answer

The usual expression is "Winter is knocking at/on the door". I'm pretty sure I've also heard "Winter is at the door".

Galia · Answer

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Vorpar · Answer

A more common AmE idiom is "around the corner".

Winter is just around the corner.

Galia · Answer

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KJinCali79 · Answer

Yes, either "Winter is just around the corner."  or "Winter is knocking at the door."  Both of these statements refer to the fact that the winter season is approaching, but that it is not yet technically winter.  If winter was just beginning you could also say "Winter is upon us."

Galia · Answer

Thanks, I have learned a lot from all of you!!

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