temperature
Translation
temperature
Examples
The temperature is 20 degrees Celsius.
The temperature is 20 degrees Celsius.
The doctor took my temperature.
The doctor took my temperature.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) temperature The temperature is high today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: heat, warmth, fever
Etymology
From Latin 'temperatura' meaning 'a tempering, moderation', from 'temperare' (to moderate).
Memory Tips
Related to the adjective 'temperate'. A temperate climate has a comfortable temperature.