Definition
热气 literally means 'hot air' or 'steam' — vapor from something hot. It's also used figuratively in set phrases like 热气腾腾 to describe a lively, bustling atmosphere full of energy and enthusiasm, similar to 'fervor' or 'ardor' in English. The figurative sense is common in descriptions of markets, discussions, or team spirit.
n.
steamhot vaporhot gas/air(figurative) fervorenthusiasm (as in 热气腾腾)
Examples
- 热气。Zhè guō tāng hái zài mào rè qì.This pot of soup is still steaming.
- ，。Shìchǎng shàng rè qì téng téng, fēicháng rènào.The market is bustling with activity.
- ，热气。Dàjiā gōngzuò rèqíng hěn gāo, rè qì shízú.Everyone's work enthusiasm is high, full of fervor.
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