热浪

rè làng

noun★Intermediate

general

A prolonged period of excessively hot weather, often accompanied by high humidity.

热浪袭击了整个城市，导致电力需求激增。

The heat wave hit the entire city, causing a surge in electricity demand.

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Often used to describe extreme weather conditions that pose health risks.

Collocations

热浪袭击heat wave hits热浪来袭heat wave is coming

热浪来袭phrase

the heat wave is approaching

Use '热浪' to describe prolonged periods of extreme heat, not just a single hot day.

Combination of '热' (heat) and '浪' (wave), metaphorically describing a wave of intense heat.

Commonly used in weather forecasts and discussions about climate change.

热

heat

root

浪

wave

root

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