A1 Expression Neutral

とても熱い

totemo atsui

Very hot (object)

Meaning

To describe an object or liquid as having very high temperature.

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Cultural Background

Japanese people often say 'Atsui!' when touching something hot as a reflex.

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Kanji Trap

Always check if you are talking about the weather or an object.

Meaning

To describe an object or liquid as having very high temperature.

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Kanji Trap

Always check if you are talking about the weather or an object.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct kanji for a hot cup of coffee.

コーヒーは____です。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: {熱い|あつい}

Coffee is an object, so use the heat-radical kanji.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct kanji for a hot cup of coffee. Choose A1

コーヒーは____です。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: {熱い|あつい}

Coffee is an object, so use the heat-radical kanji.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, that would be rude or confusing. Use 'kakkoii' for attractive.

Related Phrases

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{暑い|あつい}

contrast

Hot weather

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