水温 (shuǐwēn) refers to the temperature of water. It is commonly used in contexts such as cooking, weather reports, and scientific measurements, indicating how hot or cold the water is, which can affect various processes or activities.
HSK 6, 48 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
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水温 (shuǐwēn) refers to the temperature of water. It is commonly used in contexts such as cooking, weather reports, and scientific measurements, indicating how hot or cold the water is, which can affect various processes or activities.
Strokes48Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the temperature of water is crucial for tea brewing and cooking methods, reflecting the importance of precise temperature control in traditional practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a thermometer floating in a pool, measuring the water's warmth. The '水' (water) is the pool, while '温' (warmth) is the comforting heat from the sun. Together, they create 'shuǐwēn,' a perfect day for a swim.
About water温
water温Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a thermometer floating in a pool, measuring the water's warmth. The '水' (water) is the pool, while '温' (warmth) is the comforting heat from the sun. Together, they create 'shuǐwēn,' a perfect day for a swim.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the tones; '水' (shuǐ) must be pronounced with a third tone, while '温' (wēn) uses the first tone. It is often used in phrases like '水温过高' (the water temperature is too high), which is useful in both informal and formal contexts.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 6, students should focus on using 水温 in more complex sentences, perhaps in scientific contexts or discussions about health and safety. Connecting it with other temperature-related vocabulary like '气温' (qìwēn, air temperature) can help reinforce understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, the temperature of water is crucial for tea brewing and cooking methods, reflecting the importance of precise temperature control in traditional practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the tones, pronouncing it as 'shuiwen' instead of the correct 'shuǐwēn.' Additionally, some forget to use it contextually, saying just '水' (water) when they mean to specify the temperature.
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Cultural Notes for water温
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In Chinese cuisine, the temperature of water is crucial for tea brewing and cooking methods, reflecting the importance of precise temperature control in traditional practices.
Frequently Asked Questions about water温
You say '水温' (shuǐwēn).
It is often used in cooking and scientific discussions to refer to the temperature of water.
A synonym might be '水的温度' (shuǐ de wēndù), which literally means 'the temperature of water.'
