Italian Phrase
Nevica ancora?
Meaning
Literally, “Is it still snowing?” The speaker is checking whether snowfall that started earlier is continuing at the moment of speaking.
When to use
Use this question when you’re looking out a window, planning a trip, or chatting about weather conditions in a region where snow is possible. It works both in casual conversation and in brief weather‑report exchanges.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Nevicaancora?
Nevica (verb)
‘Nevica’ is the third‑person singular present of the impersonal verb *nevare* (to snow). It is used without a subject, similar to ‘it is snowing’ in English.
Ancora (adverb)
‘Ancora’ means ‘still’ or ‘again’. Placed after the verb it asks whether the action is continuing.
🗨In Conversation
Nevica ancora?
Is it still snowing?
Sì, continua a nevicare. La pista è ancora aperta.
Yes, it’s still snowing. The slope is still open.
✕Common Mistakes
È nevica?
‘Nevicare’ is an impersonal verb; you never add the verb *essere* before it.
Ancora nevica?
While understandable, the natural order is verb first, then ‘ancora’. Placing ‘ancora’ before the verb sounds forced.
Nevica ancora??
Only one question mark is needed; double punctuation is not standard in Italian.
↔Alternatives
Sta nevando ancora?
Is it still snowing?
C'è ancora neve?
Is there still snow?
La neve è ancora qui?
Is the snow still here?
Cultural Tip
In Italy snow is most common in the Alps, the Apennines and the higher parts of central and northern regions. Asking ‘Nevica ancora?’ is typical among skiers, hikers, and anyone planning a winter outing. In southern Italy the phrase is rarely used because snow is unusual, so locals might answer with surprise or humor.