Significado
Used to describe the temperature being uncomfortably warm.
Contexto cultural
British people are famous for complaining about the heat as soon as it hits 25°C. It's a key part of social bonding and small talk. In the US, 'It's too hot' is often a signal to find 'AC' (Air Conditioning). Americans tend to keep indoor spaces much cooler than Europeans. Australians are more accustomed to extreme heat, so 'too hot' might only be used when it's over 35°C. They often use the term 'stinker' for a very hot day. In India, 'too hot' is often used to describe the 'Loo' (a hot, dusty summer wind). It's a matter of safety to stay indoors when it's too hot.
The 'Too' Rule
Always use 'too' when you want to complain. If you are happy, use 'very' or 'really'.
Spicy vs. Thermal
If you are at a restaurant, clarify if you mean the temperature or the spice! 'Is the soup hot?' can mean both.
Significado
Used to describe the temperature being uncomfortably warm.
The 'Too' Rule
Always use 'too' when you want to complain. If you are happy, use 'very' or 'really'.
Spicy vs. Thermal
If you are at a restaurant, clarify if you mean the temperature or the spice! 'Is the soup hot?' can mean both.
Adding 'Way'
Add 'way' before 'too' to sound more like a native speaker: 'It's way too hot!'
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.
I can't drink this tea yet; it's ____ hot.
We use 'too' because the speaker 'can't drink' it—it's a negative result of the heat.
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
It's too hot ____ (go) to the park.
The pattern is 'too + adjective + to + verb'.
Match the phrase to the most likely situation.
Phrase: 'It's too hot! My tongue is burning!'
Burning the tongue usually refers to spicy food or a very hot liquid.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Should we turn on the fan? B: Yes, please. ____.
This is the most natural way to agree that the room needs cooling.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Very Hot vs. Too Hot
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosI can't drink this tea yet; it's ____ hot.
We use 'too' because the speaker 'can't drink' it—it's a negative result of the heat.
It's too hot ____ (go) to the park.
The pattern is 'too + adjective + to + verb'.
Phrase: 'It's too hot! My tongue is burning!'
Burning the tongue usually refers to spicy food or a very hot liquid.
A: Should we turn on the fan? B: Yes, please. ____.
This is the most natural way to agree that the room needs cooling.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasYes, but 'It's too hot' is much more common and natural in conversation.
'Too hot' is a general complaint. 'Boiling' is an exaggeration used for very extreme heat.
Yes, it's a neutral observation. It's not rude to say it's too hot.
Usually no. 'He is hot' means he is attractive. 'He is too hot' might mean he's too attractive, but it's rarely used.
You can say 'It's a bit hot' or 'It's a little warm.'
Frases relacionadas
It's boiling
similarExtremely hot
It's warm
contrastPleasantly hot
It's spicy
similarHas a lot of chili
It's too hot to handle
specialized formToo difficult or dangerous
