English–Japanese

“high temperature” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikōon

Example

この機械は高温になると止まります。ko no ki kai wa kō on ni na ru to to ma ri ma su

This machine stops when it reaches a high temperature.

Illustration for 高温 (high temperature)

How to say “high temperature” in Japanese

“High temperature” in Japanese is 高温 (kōon).

Describes a condition in which temperature is notably above a normal or expected level.

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

Example sentences with 高温

高温で調理すると、野菜が柔らかくなります。kō on de chō ri su ru to ya sai ga yawa ra ka ku na ri ma su

When cooked at a high temperature, vegetables become soft.

Tips for using 高温

  • English speakers often use high temperature for measured or technical conditions, while hot more often describes how something feels, and 高温 (kōon) commonly has the more technical sense.

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