Korean · Adjectives
뜨겁다
tteugeopda
Hot
Beginneradjective
Definition
Having a high temperature.
Example
커피가 뜨거우니까 조심하세요.
The coffee is hot, so be careful.
Etymology
'뜨겁다' (tteugeopda) comes from the root word '뜨거움' (tteugeoum), meaning 'heat' or 'warmth.' This term highlights physical sensations and emotional warmth in relationships, having developed through usage in describing both tangible and abstract warmth.
How & Where It’s Used
'뜨겁다' is used in casual conversations and written contexts to describe temperature and metaphorically intense feelings, reflecting shared experiences among speakers across regions.