8 beautiful and unusual English words to describe nature

The English language is rich in words for many experiences and situations, and nature is definitely one of them.

Surprise people by including these eight rare English words in your vocabulary next time you feel the spray blown from waves or hear the rustling of leaves.

1. Fýrgebræc (noun)

From old English, Fýrgebræc is the distinct, sharp crackling or breaking sound made by a fire. Perfect to bring up next time you find yourself sitting around a camp fire.

2. Ceraunophilia (noun)

I know many a people who have a case of Ceraunophilia, but I am definitely not one of them. Ceraunophilia is the fondness of thunder and lightning.

3. Chrysamlism (noun)

Even though I might not be fond of thunder or lightning, I think most of us enjoy a bit of Chrysamlism. This is the amniotic tranquillity of being indoors during a thunderstorm.

4. Psithurism

Very few things can be as relaxing as Psithurism, the sound of wind in the trees and the rustling of leaves. It comes from the Greek word psithuros, which means whispering.

5. Apricity (noun)

On a chilly winters morning, a little apricity is just what we need. The warmth of the sun in the winter is better than medicine.

6. Serein (noun)

Like something from a romantic island movie, Serein is fine rain falling from a clear sky after sunset, especially in the tropics.

7. Brumous (adjective)

What a beautiful way to describe the sky on a cold winters day, when it is filled with fog or mist.

8. Spoondrift (noun)

If you live near the sea you have definitely gotten a good dash of Spoondrift during a gale. Best to wear your rain coat.