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boiling, reaching boiling point
The state of a liquid heating to the point where it bubbles and produces steam (100°C for water at sea level).
沸騰 means boiling — when a liquid reaches its boiling point and produces bubbles and steam. Also used figuratively for intense excitement or agitation.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 沸騰する (to boil)
- 沸騰させる (to bring to a boil)
- 沸騰点 (boiling point — literal and figurative)
- お湯が沸騰する (the water boils)
FIGURATIVE USE:
- 世論が沸騰する (public opinion erupts)
- 会場が沸騰する (the venue is in a frenzy)
- Used for intense public reactions, heated debates, or excitement reaching a peak
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Related Words
Related:
沸く (to boil (everyday))
Related:
沸かす (to boil (transitive))
Related:
煮る (to simmer, cook)