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- Describes high outdoor temperatures and sunny conditions.
- The most common way to start small talk with anyone.
- Used in both casual chats and professional settings.
Bedeutung
This phrase describes a time when the temperature outside is high. It is what you say when the sun is strong and you feel like you need an ice cream or a cold drink.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Meeting a neighbor outside
We are having some really hot weather today, aren't we?
We are having some really hot weather today, aren't we?
Planning a weekend trip
I hope we get some hot weather for our beach trip.
I hope we get some hot weather for our beach trip.
In a professional meeting
The hot weather might affect our outdoor event attendance.
The hot weather might affect our outdoor event attendance.
Kultureller Hintergrund
British people are famous for talking about the weather. 'Hot weather' is often met with a mix of joy and complaints about the lack of air conditioning. In Australia, hot weather is a serious matter. The 'Slip, Slop, Slap' campaign (slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat) is a cultural staple. The 'siesta' is a traditional response to hot weather, where businesses close during the hottest part of the day (2 PM - 5 PM). Hot weather in Japan is often very humid. People use 'uchiba' (fans) and eat 'kakigori' (shaved ice) to stay cool during summer festivals. In many Middle Eastern countries, 'hot weather' can exceed 45°C. Social life often moves to the late evening and night when it is cooler. In the Southern US, hot weather is often called 'sticky' due to the high humidity. Iced tea is the cultural drink of choice.
The Small Talk King
If you don't know what to say to an English speaker, just mention the hot weather. It works every time!
Uncountable Alert
Never say 'a hot weather'. It's just 'hot weather'.
In 15 Sekunden
- Describes high outdoor temperatures and sunny conditions.
- The most common way to start small talk with anyone.
- Used in both casual chats and professional settings.
What It Means
Hot weather is a simple way to talk about high temperatures. It means the air feels warm or burning. You use it when the sun is out. It is the opposite of cold weather. It is a very common topic for small talk. Everyone likes to talk about the sun!
How To Use It
You can use it as a subject or an object. You might say, "I love hot weather." Or you can say, "The hot weather is here." It is a very flexible phrase. You can add words like really or extremely before it. This makes it sound stronger. If you are sweating, you definitely have hot weather!
When To Use It
Use it when you meet someone at the bus stop. It is perfect for starting a conversation. Use it when planning a trip to the beach. It works well in emails to friends. You can also use it at work. It is a safe topic for everyone. Even your boss likes to complain about the heat.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it if it is just a little bit warm. For that, use mild weather. Do not use it to describe a person's personality. That would be confusing! Also, avoid it if you are talking about spicy food. For food, just use the word hot alone. If you say the soup has hot weather, people will laugh.
Cultural Background
In many English-speaking countries, the weather is the top conversation starter. People in the UK love to talk about it because it changes fast. In the US, people use it to break the ice. It is a polite way to be friendly without being too personal. It is the ultimate social safety net. If you have nothing to say, talk about the sun.
Common Variations
You might hear people say heatwave for a long period of heat. Some people say scorcher when it is very hot. You can also say sunny weather. In formal news reports, they might say high temperatures. But in daily life, hot weather is your best friend. It is simple, clear, and always correct.
Nutzungshinweise
This is a neutral collocation suitable for any situation. Be careful not to confuse it with 'hot water' (the liquid) or 'hot temperature' (which is grammatically less common than 'high temperature').
The Small Talk King
If you don't know what to say to an English speaker, just mention the hot weather. It works every time!
Uncountable Alert
Never say 'a hot weather'. It's just 'hot weather'.
Intensifiers
Use 'boiling' or 'scorching' instead of 'very hot' to sound more like a native speaker.
The British Sarcasm
If it's raining and someone says 'Lovely hot weather!', they are being sarcastic (they mean the opposite).
Indoor vs Outdoor
Remember: 'Hot weather' is for outside. 'Hot' is for inside.
Beispiele
6We are having some really hot weather today, aren't we?
We are having some really hot weather today, aren't we?
A classic way to start a small talk conversation.
I hope we get some hot weather for our beach trip.
I hope we get some hot weather for our beach trip.
Expressing a desire for sunny conditions.
The hot weather might affect our outdoor event attendance.
The hot weather might affect our outdoor event attendance.
Using the phrase to discuss business logistics.
This hot weather is killing me! 🥵
This hot weather is killing me!
Hyperbole used to complain about the heat informally.
My ice cream didn't stand a chance in this hot weather.
My ice cream didn't stand a chance in this hot weather.
A lighthearted way to mention the temperature.
I can't sleep at night with all this hot weather.
I can't sleep at night with all this hot weather.
Sharing a personal struggle caused by the heat.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the sentence with the correct words.
I love going to the beach in ______ ______.
'Weather' is uncountable, so no 'a' or 's' is needed.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the natural English sentence:
You can't use 'weather' for soup or people.
Match the weather to the activity.
Match the following:
Hot weather is best for water activities.
Fill in the missing line.
A: It's 35 degrees today! B: Yes, it's very ______ ______.
35 degrees is definitely 'hot', not just 'warm'.
Where would you hear this?
'We recommend staying hydrated during this period of hot weather.'
This is a formal warning often found in news or health bulletins.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Hot vs. Warm Weather
Aufgabensammlung
5 AufgabenI love going to the beach in ______ ______.
'Weather' is uncountable, so no 'a' or 's' is needed.
Choose the natural English sentence:
You can't use 'weather' for soup or people.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
Hot weather is best for water activities.
A: It's 35 degrees today! B: Yes, it's very ______ ______.
35 degrees is definitely 'hot', not just 'warm'.
'We recommend staying hydrated during this period of hot weather.'
This is a formal warning often found in news or health bulletins.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
14 FragenNo, 'weather' is uncountable. Say 'some hot weather' or just 'hot weather'.
'Warm' is pleasant and comfortable. 'Hot' is higher and can be uncomfortable.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a professional report.
No, use 'hot food'. 'Hot weather' is only for the atmosphere.
You can say 'scorching weather' or 'a heatwave'.
It's a safe, neutral topic for small talk in many English-speaking cultures.
No, it is two words: an adjective and a noun.
Yes, that is a very common and correct way to say it.
The opposite is 'cold weather'.
Usually, but you can have 'hot and cloudy' or 'hot and humid' weather too.
No, 'weatherly' is not a common word. Stick to 'hot weather'.
Yes, for example, 'Hot weather is boosting our ice cream sales.'
It's an informal noun for a very hot day.
No, say 'many hot days' or 'a lot of hot weather'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
heatwave
specialized formA period of unusually hot weather.
warm weather
similarTemperatures that are pleasant but not too high.
sunny day
similarA day with lots of sunlight.
scorcher
informalAn extremely hot day.
tropical climate
specialized formA region that always has hot weather.
cold weather
contrastLow temperatures outside.
