temperate — having a mild climate; moderate in temperature, not extreme
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a mild climate; moderate in temperature, not extreme
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtempərət/
Korean meaning: 온화한, 적당한 (기후나 온도가)
Korean pronunciation: **템**퍼릿
Example Sentences
- My grandmother always gives temperate advice, never too harsh or too lenient.
- The politician's temperate speech disappointed those who expected fireworks.
- Unlike tropical fruits, apples thrive in temperate regions.
temperate
ADJECTIVE//ˈtempərət//
having a mild climate; moderate in temperature, not extreme
Families enjoy temperate spring weather during their park picnic
Temper ate moderately - never extreme, always temperate!
Stay temperate and moderate to keep conflicts separate
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'temperatus', the past participle of 'temperare' meaning 'to mix in due proportion' or 'to moderate'. The root relates to 'tempus' (time) and originally meant to regulate or balance something appropriately.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother always gives temperate advice, never too harsh or too lenient.”
“The politician's temperate speech disappointed those who expected fireworks.”
“Unlike tropical fruits, apples thrive in temperate regions.”
“His temperate drinking habits - one beer per month - made him the designated driver for life.”
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