Templado (en. Mild)
/tempˈlaðo/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Referring to a climate or an atmosphere: temperate.
The weather in spring is temperate, ideal for going out for a walk.
El clima en primavera es templado, ideal para salir a pasear.
That is neither cold nor hot, having a moderate temperature.
I prefer lukewarm water for my shower.
Prefiero el agua templada para ducharme.
In the context of a mental state: moderate or calm.
After meditating, I feel more temperate and serene.
Después de meditar, me siento más templado y sereno.
Etymology
From the Latin 'temperatus', participle of 'temperare', which means 'to moderate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Temperate temperatures
Range of temperatures that is pleasant and moderate.
temperaturas templadas
A temperate climate
A climate that is not extreme, generally comfortable.
un clima templado
To feel temperate
To feel calm or emotionally balanced.
sentirse templado
Related Words
Temperature
Measure of heat or cold.
temperatura
To temper
To adjust or moderate something.
templar
Slang Meanings
To be in a balanced state.
After a good rest, I'm temperate to face the week.
Después de un buen descanso, estoy templado para enfrentar la semana.
Not to be too excited or agitated.
Despite the news, he remained temperate and did not react excessively.
A pesar de la noticia, se mantuvo templado y no reaccionó exageradamente.