Korean

기온
Meaning: temperature (atmospheric)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

오늘 서울의 낮 최고 기온은 25도입니다.
Today's high temperature in Seoul is 25 degrees.
낮 기온이 영상으로 올랐다.
The daytime temperature rose above zero.
최근 기온 상승으로 인해 얼음이 빨리 녹고 있다.
Ice is melting quickly due to the recent rise in temperature.
밤새 기온이 뚝 떨어졌다
The temperature dropped suddenly overnight.
기온이 급격히 떨어져서 사람들이 옷을 두껍게 입었다.
The temperature dropped sharply, so people dressed warmly.

Usage Notes

Specifically refers to the air temperature, as opposed to body temperature (체온).

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