noun HSK 5
Traditional 濕度
humidity · moisture level
Meaning
湿度 refers to the amount of water vapor present in the air or another substance. It's commonly used in weather forecasts, environmental discussions, and descriptions of storage conditions. The term combines 湿 (wet/moist) and 度 (degree/level) to literally mean 'degree of wetness.'
Usage
This is a standard scientific and everyday term used in weather reports, climate discussions, and when describing living or storage conditions. It's often modified by adjectives like 高 (high) or 低 (low). Common in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in weather forecasts and discussions about comfort levels.
Examples
- 01今天的湿度很高，感觉特别闷热。, .Today's humidity is very high, it feels especially muggy.
- 02这个房间需要保持适当的温度和湿度。.This room needs to maintain appropriate temperature and humidity.
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Common collocations
- 空气湿度air humidity
- 相对湿度relative humidity
- 湿度大high humidity
- 湿度计hygrometer, humidity meter
Antonyms
Origin
This is a compound word formed from 湿 (wet/moist) and 度 (degree/measure), creating a straightforward scientific term for measuring moisture content.