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March 24, 2026
火热(火熱)huǒrè(huo3re4)
火热 (huǒrè) describes something that is intensely hot or burning, both literally and metaphorically. It can refer to physical heat, such as the warmth of a fire, or figuratively to passionate feelings, enthusiasm, or fervor in various contexts like emotions, debates, or trends.
Frequency#9819DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of passion is often tied to personal relationships and community involvement, making 火热 a term that resonates deeply in social interactions, such as during festivals or gatherings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a campfire that is not only blazing hot but also surrounded by people passionately discussing their ideas. The character 火 (huǒ) means 'fire', and 热 (rè) means 'hot', creating a vivid image of fiery warmth and fervor.
Meanings of 火热
huǒrè(huo3re4)
1fiery
2burning
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About 火热
火热Simplified
火熱Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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热 (rè) — use 火热 when emphasizing intensity or passion, whereas 热 is more neutral.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a campfire that is not only blazing hot but also surrounded by people passionately discussing their ideas. The character 火 (huǒ) means 'fire', and 热 (rè) means 'hot', creating a vivid image of fiery warmth and fervor.
Usage Notes
火热 is often used in both formal and informal contexts when describing emotions or situations. Be careful not to confuse it with 热 (rè) alone, which simply means 'hot'. Common collocations include 火热的情感 (fiery emotions) or 火热的讨论 (ardent discussion).
HSK Study Tips
While 火热 itself may not appear directly in HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to other HSK words such as 热 (hot) and 火 (fire). Focus on recognizing how this word combines elements of heat and emotion, which is common in intermediate vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of passion is often tied to personal relationships and community involvement, making 火热 a term that resonates deeply in social interactions, such as during festivals or gatherings.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 火热 with just 热 when they want to express intense emotions; for instance, saying '我很热' (I am very hot) instead of '我感到火热的激情' (I feel a fiery passion). Also, using it inappropriately in a neutral context can sound odd.
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Cultural Notes for 火热
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In Chinese culture, the concept of passion is often tied to personal relationships and community involvement, making 火热 a term that resonates deeply in social interactions, such as during festivals or gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 火热
Yes, 火热 can describe extremely hot weather, similar to saying it is 'fiery hot'.
While it often describes positive passion, it can also convey intense negative emotions, depending on the context.
For example, you can say '他的热情是火热的' (His enthusiasm is fiery).
