temp
Aussprache: [tɛmp]
Wort
Kontext: „temperature“
(noun) a short form of the word temperature. It's how hot or cold something is. We often talk about 'temp' when checking the weather or someone's body heat.
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The temp today is really nice; it's sunny and warm outside.
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The temp dropped so low last night that it turned into ice.
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What was the temp when you woke up this morning?
Kontext: „job“
(noun) a temporary job or position. This means you work for a short time instead of a long-term job. Some people take temps when they need extra money or experience.
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She found a great temp job that lasts until the end of summer.
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He decided not to take the temp job because he wanted something permanent.
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Are you interested in any temp positions at the moment?
Kontext: „testing“
(verb) to monitor or check the temperature of something. It's like when you're cooking and you want to see if the food is hot enough.
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They temp the food to make sure it’s cooked properly.
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He forgot to temp the soil before planting, so he wasn't sure if it was warm enough.
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Did you temp the water before adding the fish?
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