B1 Expression Neutral

¡Hace un calor insoportable!

It's unbearably hot!

Meaning

Used to describe extremely hot weather that is difficult to endure.

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Cultural Background

In southern Spain, heat is a major part of life, and people often use this phrase during the 'siesta' hours. In coastal areas, the humidity makes the heat feel even worse, so this phrase is used daily. During the summer in Buenos Aires, this phrase is common when the 'sudestada' wind doesn't blow. In cities like Barranquilla, heat is constant, so this phrase is a standard greeting/complaint.

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Use with 'Uf'

Adding 'Uf' at the beginning makes it sound more natural and expressive.

Meaning

Used to describe extremely hot weather that is difficult to endure.

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Use with 'Uf'

Adding 'Uf' at the beginning makes it sound more natural and expressive.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Hoy ________ un calor insoportable.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: hace

Weather expressions use the verb 'hacer'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Hoy ________ un calor insoportable.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: hace

Weather expressions use the verb 'hacer'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, this is only for weather.

Related Phrases

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Hace mucho calor

similar

It's very hot

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