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温度wēndùtemperatureHSK 4, n, rank #4527, Medium
温度wēndù>个[gè]HSK 4, n, rank #4527, Medium
wēndù(wen1du4) T1
  1. 1temperature
  2. 2>个[gè]
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March 24, 2026
温度(溫度)wēndù(wen1du4)

温度 (wēndù) refers to the measurement of how hot or cold something is, commonly used in both scientific and everyday contexts. It can describe the temperature of the weather, a room, or even the human body, and is often discussed in relation to comfort levels or health.

Frequency#4527DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, discussions about 温度 are common, especially regarding seasons and comfort. For example, many people are conscious of indoor temperatures during the hot summer months, often using air conditioning.

Memory Tip

Think of 温 (wēn) as 'warm' and 度 (dù) as 'degree.' Picture a thermometer showing warm degrees, helping you associate '温度' with temperature. Imagine turning a dial to adjust the 'warmth' in a room to find your comfort level.

Meanings of 温度

wēndù(wen1du4)
1temperature
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About 温度

温度Simplified
溫度Traditional
Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4527Frequency Rank
Measure Word
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 温度

Quick Contrast

气温 (qìwēn) refers specifically to the temperature of the air, while 温度 (wēndù) is a more general term that can apply to various contexts.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 温 (wēn) as 'warm' and 度 (dù) as 'degree.' Picture a thermometer showing warm degrees, helping you associate '温度' with temperature. Imagine turning a dial to adjust the 'warmth' in a room to find your comfort level.

Usage Notes

When using 温度, it's important to clarify the context, as it can refer to various types of temperatures. Avoid confusing it with related terms like 气温 (qìwēn, air temperature) and avoid incorrect tones; remember it’s wēn (1st tone) and dù (4th tone).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 4 word, 温度 connects with other weather-related vocabulary and health terms. Focus on its usage in sentences describing weather conditions or health (e.g., '今天的温度是30度。').

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, discussions about 温度 are common, especially regarding seasons and comfort. For example, many people are conscious of indoor temperatures during the hot summer months, often using air conditioning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 温度 with other words like 气温 (qìwēn) or 体温 (tǐwēn). For example, saying '我的温度是37度' when referring to body temperature is incorrect; it's better to say '我的体温是37度.'

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Component Characters

Wēnwarm
HSK 312 strokes
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HSK 59 strokes广
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Grammar Patterns of 温度

温度 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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这颗恒星的表面____估计在零下75摄氏度左右。

The star's surface temperature is reckoned to be minus 75 degrees Celsius.

Example Sentences for 温度 (10)

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这颗恒星的表面温度估计在零下75摄氏度左右。

zhè kē héng xīng de biǎo miàn wēn dù gū jì zài líng xià75 75 shè shì dù zuǒ。

The star's surface temperature is reckoned to be minus 75 degrees Celsius.
2
这支温度计标有摄氏和华氏两种温度。

zhè zhī wēn dù jì biāo yǒu shè shì hé huá shì liǎng zhǒng wēn dù。

The thermometer shows the temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
3
那是晚冬阳光明媚的一天,温度只有零上几度。

nà shì wǎn dōng yáng guāng míng mèi de yī tiān, , wēn dù zhī yǒu líng shàng jī。

It's a sunny late winter day, just a few degrees above zero.
4
温度大幅下降可能会很难应付。

wēn dù dà fú xià jiàng kě néng huì hěn nán yīng fù。

Coping with severe drops in temperature can be very difficult.
5
最基本的是要能看懂温度计。

zuì jī běn de shì yào néng kàn dǒng wēn dù jì。

It is essential that you are able to read a thermometer.
6
天很热,正午的阳光下,温度高达近90华氏度。

tiān hěn rè, , zhèng wǔ de yáng guāng, xià , wēn dù gāo90 dá jìn 90。

It was hot, nearly 90 degrees in the noonday sun.
7
到早上10点钟,温度已经超过100华氏度了。

dào zǎo shàng10 10 diǎn, zhōng , wēn dù yǐ jīng100 chāo guò 100 huá。

By mid-morning, the temperature was already above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
8
南方的温度会上升到一百多度。

nán fāng de wēn dù huì shàng shēng dào yī bǎi duō dù。

The temperature in the south will soar into the hundreds.
9
工作时周围环境温度恒定有多么重要呢?

gōng zuò shí zhōu wéi huán jìng wēn dù héng dìng yǒu duō mó zhòng yào ne?

How important is it to have an even temperature when you're working?
10
这种材料需要有更高的温度和压力才能凝结变硬。

zhè zhǒng cái liào xū yào yǒu gēng gāo de wēn dù hé yā lì cái néng níng jié biàn yìng。

The material requires higher temperatures and pressures to set hard.

Cultural Notes for 温度

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, discussions about 温度 are common, especially regarding seasons and comfort. For example, many people are conscious of indoor temperatures during the hot summer months, often using air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions about 温度

You can ask '今天的温度是多少?' (What is today’s temperature?).