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“hot” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/haɪ̯s/

Example

Das heiße Wasser ist gefährlich.

That hot water is dangerous.

Illustration for heiß (hot)

How to say “hot” in German

“Hot” in German is heiß.

A source of intense heat that can burn on contact and also describes equally intense desire or feeling.

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

Example sentences with heiß

Vorsicht, die Tasse ist heiß.

Careful, the cup is hot.

Tips for using heiß

  • With heiß auf plus the accusative, the adjective expresses strong enthusiasm or desire for something rather than physical heat.

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