CEFR A2

temperature

noun

Meaning

The degree of heat present in a substance or object, measured by a thermometer.

Examples

The normal human body temperature is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
The temperature outside dropped below freezing last night.

Synonyms: heat, warmth, degree, hotness

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temperature (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛmpərətʃər/

Definition

The degree of heat present in a substance or object, measured by a thermometer.

Examples

The normal human body temperature is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
The temperature outside dropped below freezing last night.
Please check the oven temperature before putting the cake in.

How to Use temperature

temperature of (prepositional phrase): Specifies what the temperature relates to. — "The temperature of the water was perfect for swimming."
temperature rises (collocation): Indicates an increase in temperature. — "The temperature rises significantly during the summer months."
temperature drops (collocation): Indicates a decrease in temperature. — "The temperature drops rapidly after sunset."

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