verb HSK 4
to relieve summer heat · to cool down (from heat) · to beat the heat
Meaning
解暑 refers to actions or methods that help relieve or dispel the discomfort caused by hot summer weather. It encompasses drinking cooling beverages, eating certain foods, or taking measures to lower body temperature during hot weather.
Usage
Commonly used in summer contexts when discussing ways to stay cool. Often paired with foods (like watermelon, mung bean soup) or activities (swimming, staying in air conditioning) that help combat heat. More common in spoken language during summer months.
Examples
- 01夏天喝绿豆汤可以解暑。.Drinking mung bean soup in summer can help beat the heat.
- 02西瓜是很好的解暑水果。.Watermelon is an excellent fruit for cooling down in the heat.
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Common collocations
- 解暑食品heat-relieving foods
- 解暑饮料cooling beverages
- 解暑良方good remedy for beating the heat
- 解暑妙招clever tricks to beat the heat
Origin
The word combines 解 (to relieve/dissolve) with 暑 (summer heat), literally meaning to relieve or dispel the heat of summer. This reflects traditional Chinese concepts of seasonal health practices.