caliente /kaljˈɛnte/ · adjective · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "hot".

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Source term
hot
Translation
caliente
CEFR Level
A2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form caliente
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
caliente + noun / It is caliente
Examples
Ten cuidado, la sopa está muy caliente.
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Example Sentences

El verano es muy caluroso en nuestro país.

English: The summer is very hot in our country.

A2 · Weather Conditions

Ten cuidado, la sopa está muy caliente.

English: Be careful, the soup is very hot.

A2 · Weather Conditions

No puedo beber té tan caliente.

English: I cannot drink such hot tea.

A2 · Weather Conditions

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