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UK//hɒt ˈwɔːtə//US//hɑt ˈwɔtər//

Meaning of Hot water

Water at a high temperature, often used for cooking or bathing.

In simple words: Water that is very warm or boiling.

Hot water in a sentence

  • I like to drink hot water with lemon in the morning.
  • She accidentally spilled hot water on herself.
  • He was in hot water after missing the deadline.
  • The recipe calls for hot water to dissolve the ingredients.
  • Make sure the hot water is not too hot for the baby.

How to use Hot water

Used literally to refer to water at a high temperature. Also used figuratively to mean being in trouble. Avoid in very formal texts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun phrase

Memory hint

Imagine trying to boil pasta in hot water.

Related words

Collocations with Hot water

Synonyms for Hot water

  • boiling water
  • heated water
  • warm water

Opposites of Hot water

  • cold water
  • cool water

Common mistakes with Hot water

  • Confused with 'warm water' — hot water is hotter than warm.
  • Used figuratively in inappropriate contexts.
  • Omitting the word 'hot' when describing temperature.

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Frequently asked questions about Hot water

What does Hot water mean?

Water that is very warm or boiling.

What is the definition of Hot water?

Water at a high temperature, often used for cooking or bathing.

How do you use Hot water in a sentence?

I like to drink hot water with lemon in the morning.

Can you give another example of Hot water?

She accidentally spilled hot water on herself.

What are synonyms for Hot water?

Common alternatives include boiling water, heated water, warm water.

What is the opposite of Hot water?

Opposite meanings include cold water, cool water.

What words go with Hot water?

It commonly pairs with hot water bottle, hot water system, hot water heater, have hot water, boil hot water.

What are common mistakes when using Hot water?

Confused with 'warm water' — hot water is hotter than warm. Used figuratively in inappropriate contexts. Omitting the word 'hot' when describing temperature.

How do you pronounce Hot water?

US: //hɑt ˈwɔtər//, UK: //hɒt ˈwɔːtə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hot water?

Used literally to refer to water at a high temperature. Also used figuratively to mean being in trouble. Avoid in very formal texts.