[Grammar] I hate winter / the winter

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englishhobby

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When talking about seasons in general should we use THE or no article?
I hate winter / the winter (winter as a season)
I love summer / the summer.
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emsr2d2

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In BrE, both are fine. Personally, I don't usually include the article.
 

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Thank you, emsr2d2
 
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