warmth
word
/ˈwɔɹmθ/
wormth
/wˈɔːmθ/
wawmth
Definition
A gentle heat or the quality of being warm; also, friendliness or kindness in someone's behavior or manner.
Usage & Nuances
Can describe physical temperature ('the warmth of the sun'), or emotional qualities like friendliness ('her warmth made us feel welcome'). Common collocations: 'the warmth of a smile', 'give warmth to'. Not usually used for strong heat.
Spanish: calidez - calor (físico)Portuguese (BR): calor - aconchegoPortuguese (PT): calor - aconchegoChinese (Simplified): 温暖Chinese (Traditional): 溫暖Hindi: गर्मी - गर्मजोशीArabic: دفء - مودةBengali: উষ্ণতা - আন্তরিকতাRussian: тепло - сердечностьJapanese: 暖かさ - 思いやりVietnamese: sự ấm áp - sự thân tìnhKorean: 따뜻함 - 온정Turkish: sıcaklık - samimiyetUrdu: گرمی - محبتIndonesian: kehangatan - keramahan
Example Sentences
I felt the warmth of the blankets on a cold night.
basic
The warmth of the sun made us smile.
basic
She showed great warmth to the new students.
basic
There's a real warmth in his voice when he speaks to children.
natural
After being outside, I love coming home to the warmth of the fireplace.
natural
You can always count on her warmth and support.
natural