Sprühregen

The German word "Sprühregen" is a compound noun made up of:

• Sprüh (from sprühen) meaning "to spray" or "to mist"
• Regen meaning "rain"

Meaning:
"Sprühregen" refers to a very light, fine rain or drizzle, often described as mist-like rain.

Similar words:

• Nieselregen (drizzle, light rain)
• leichter Regen (light rain)
• Niesel (drizzle)

Difference:
While all these imply light rain, Sprühregen specifically emphasizes the fine, spray-like nature of the rain, almost like tiny droplets suspended in the air. Nieselregen typically describes a more continuous light rain, whereas Sprühregen might feel thinner or finer.