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UK//hiːt strɛs//US//hit strɛs//

Meaning of Heat stress

A condition caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, leading to a rise in body temperature.

In simple words: When your body gets too hot and can't cool down properly.

Heat stress in a sentence

  • Workers in agricultural fields are often at risk of heat stress during summer.
  • Signs of heat stress include excessive sweating and dizziness.
  • To prevent heat stress, it's important to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade.
  • Athletes must be cautious of heat stress when performing in high temperatures.
  • Heat stress can lead to serious health complications if not addressed early.

How to use Heat stress

Use 'heat stress' when discussing health impacts of high temperatures, especially in formal contexts like medical discussions or safety regulations.

Grammar pattern

standalone term

Memory hint

Think of 'heat' like the sun and 'stress' as pressure on your body.

Related words

Collocations with Heat stress

  • prevent heat stress
  • symptoms of heat stress
  • heat stress management

Synonyms for Heat stress

  • heat illness
  • thermal stress
  • hyperthermia

Common mistakes with Heat stress

  • Confused with 'heat exhaustion' - heat stress is broader and can lead to heat exhaustion.
  • Using 'heat stress' in non-health contexts mistakenly, as it should mainly refer to physiological effects.

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Frequently asked questions about Heat stress

What does Heat stress mean?

When your body gets too hot and can't cool down properly.

What is the definition of Heat stress?

A condition caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, leading to a rise in body temperature.

How do you use Heat stress in a sentence?

Workers in agricultural fields are often at risk of heat stress during summer.

Can you give another example of Heat stress?

Signs of heat stress include excessive sweating and dizziness.

What are synonyms for Heat stress?

Common alternatives include heat illness, thermal stress, hyperthermia.

What words go with Heat stress?

It commonly pairs with prevent heat stress, symptoms of heat stress, heat stress management.

What are common mistakes when using Heat stress?

Confused with 'heat exhaustion' - heat stress is broader and can lead to heat exhaustion. Using 'heat stress' in non-health contexts mistakenly, as it should mainly refer to physiological effects.

How do you pronounce Heat stress?

US: //hit strɛs//, UK: //hiːt strɛs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Heat stress?

Use 'heat stress' when discussing health impacts of high temperatures, especially in formal contexts like medical discussions or safety regulations.