also: あまかぜ
rain and wind; driving rain; the elements
Refers to the combination of rain and wind, often implying harsh weather. Can be used literally or figuratively for exposure to the elements.
The rain and wind are getting stronger.
He kept walking, undaunted by the rain and wind.
Standard kanji spelling. The reading あめかぜ is the most common.
Alternate reading, less common. May appear in older or literary contexts.
Compound of 雨 (あめ, 'rain') and 風 (かぜ, 'wind'). The alternate reading あまかぜ uses the older combining form あま for 'rain'.