Japanese Conversation · Level 106
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Japanese word
温める
Pronunciation
Romajiatatameru
Meaning
- verbheat up
Example
冷たいスープを温めます。tsume ta i sū pu o atata me ma su
I heat up the cold soup.
More examples
牛乳は、沸騰させずに温めます。gyū nyū wa fut tō sa se zu ni atata me ma su
I heat the milk without bringing it to a boil.
Core concept
Describes raising the temperature of something so that it becomes warm or hot enough for use.
Common phrases
お弁当を温めるo ben tō o atata me ru
heat up a boxed lunch
牛乳を温めるgyū nyū o atata me ru
heat up milk
手を温めるte o atata me ru
warm one's hands
Similar words
暖めるatatameru: To make a person or place warmer for comfort.
熱するnessuru: To make an object or substance hot by exposing it to strong heat.
Definition in Japanese
物の温度を上げて、温かくする。mono no on do o a ge te atata ka ku su ru
Word origin
The native Japanese verb 温める (atatameru) is formed from 温かい (atatakai, "warm") with a verb-forming element that expresses making something warm.
Usage tips
- At Japanese convenience stores, staff may ask 温めますか (atatamemasu ka) when a ready-to-eat meal can be heated, making this verb useful in a short purchase exchange.