hot

• Beschreibt etwas mit hoher Temperatur; umgangssprachlich auch für etwas sehr Beliebtes, Spannendes oder Attraktives.

Describes something that has a high temperature; also used informally to describe something that is very popular, exciting, or attractive.

1. A1formal

   Having a high degree of heat or a high temperature.

   Heiß

   • The soup is very hot, be careful.
   • It's a hot summer day today.
   • The metal became hot under the sun.

   Synonymebakingblisteringboilingburningfieryroastingscorchingsearingsizzlingswelteringtorridwarm

   Antonymechillycoldcoolfrigid

2. SpicyA2informal

   Having a strong, pungent flavor that causes a burning sensation in the mouth.

   Scharf

   • This curry is really hot.
   • I love hot peppers on my pizza.
   • The salsa is too hot for me.

   Synonymefierypepperypiquantpungentsharpspicy

   Antonymeblandmild

3. Attractive or sexyB1slang

   Used informally to describe someone who is physically attractive.

   Attraktiv

   • She looks hot in that dress.
   • He's considered one of the hottest actors in Hollywood.
   • They are a hot couple.

   Synonymealluringattractivedesirablefitfoxygorgeousseductivesexystunning

4. Popular or trendingB1informal

   Currently very popular, successful, or in demand.

   Beliebt

   • This is a hot new band.
   • Cryptocurrency is a hot topic right now.
   • That gadget is the hottest item this season.

   Synonymecoolfashionablehappeningin demandin voguepopularsought-aftertrending

   Antonymeforgottenobscureunknownunpopular

5. Angry or intenseB2informal

   Characterized by strong emotions, especially anger or excitement.

   Hitzig (im übertragenen Sinn)

   • He has a hot temper.
   • The debate became hot and heavy.
   • She gave him a hot look of disapproval.

   Synonymeangryenragedfiercefieryfuriousheatedimpassionedincensedintenseiratepassionatevehement

   Antonymecalmcomposedcoolplacidserene