English–German

“heated” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/veheˈmɛnt/

Example

Die vehemente Diskussion überraschte alle.

The heated discussion surprised everyone.

Illustration for vehement (heated)

How to say “heated” in German

“Heated” in German is vehement.

A heated exchange in which one side presses an opinion so forcefully that resistance seems to yield.

Full entry for vehement: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with vehement

Die vehemente Kritik der Zuschauer machte die Redner nervös.

The audience's heated criticism made the speaker nervous.

Tips for using vehement

  • In German, vehement describes forceful expression or opposition rather than physical heat, despite the English translation "heated."

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