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UK/["/ˈtemprətʃə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈtemprətʃər//ˈtemprətʃʊr/"]/

Meaning of Temperature

In simple words: How hot or cold something is.

Temperature in a sentence

  • The temperature today is much warmer than yesterday.
  • You should check the temperature before going out.
  • The doctor took my temperature to see if I had a fever.
  • We can use a thermometer to measure the temperature of the water.
  • The temperature dropped significantly during the night.

How to use Temperature

Used in both casual and formal contexts, 'temperature' is appropriate for discussions about weather, science, and health. Avoid in very informal conversations where simpler terms like 'hotness' or 'coldness' might be used.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'temp' like 'tempo' in music — the rhythm changes with the heat!

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Collocations with Temperature

Synonyms for Temperature

Opposites of Temperature

Common mistakes with Temperature

  • Confusing temperature with 'weather'—temperature is a specific measurement.
  • Using the wrong units (Celsius vs. Fahrenheit) without clarification.
  • Saying 'the temperature is very hot' instead of 'the temperature is high.'

Compare Temperature with Heat, Warmth, Degree

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Frequently asked questions about Temperature

What does Temperature mean?

How hot or cold something is.

What is the definition of Temperature?

the measurement in degrees of how hot or cold a thing or place is

How do you use Temperature in a sentence?

The temperature today is much warmer than yesterday.

Can you give another example of Temperature?

You should check the temperature before going out.

What are synonyms for Temperature?

Common alternatives include heat, warmth, degree.

What is the opposite of Temperature?

Opposite meanings include cold, cool, chill.

What words go with Temperature?

It commonly pairs with high, hot, warm, have, heat something to, increase, go up, increase, rise, conditions, change, difference, at… temperature, in a temperature, temperature above, a change in temperature, a variation in temperature, a range of temperature, high, slight, have, run, take, go up, rise, come down, temperature of.

What are common mistakes when using Temperature?

Confusing temperature with 'weather'—temperature is a specific measurement. Using the wrong units (Celsius vs. Fahrenheit) without clarification. Saying 'the temperature is very hot' instead of 'the temperature is high.'

How do you pronounce Temperature?

US: /["/ˈtemprətʃər//ˈtemprətʃʊr/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtemprətʃə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Temperature?

Used in both casual and formal contexts, 'temperature' is appropriate for discussions about weather, science, and health. Avoid in very informal conversations where simpler terms like 'hotness' or 'coldness' might be used.

What CEFR level is Temperature?

"Temperature" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.