猛暑

もうしょ · mōsho

JLPT N2

Meaning

Heatwave, intense heat, scorching heat, severe heat

Examples

• 今年の夏は記録的な猛暑が続いています。 — This summer, a record-breaking heatwave has continued.
• 猛暑の中、外出する際は水分補給を忘れずに。 — During the heatwave, don't forget to hydrate when going out.
• 猛暑の影響で、農作物に被害が出ています。 — Due to the impact of the heatwave, agricultural crops are being damaged.