also: バロメータ
noun
Refers specifically to the meteorological instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure. The native term 気圧計 is also used.
See also: 気圧計 (きあつけい)
バロメーターの数値が下がると、天気が悪くなることが多い。
When the barometer reading drops, the weather often turns bad.
noun
Figurative use: something that shows the state or trend of a situation, such as economic health or public opinion.
株価は経済のバロメーターだと言われる。
Stock prices are said to be a barometer of the economy.
この調査は消費者の信頼感のバロメーターとして使われている。
This survey is used as a barometer of consumer confidence.