湿度

• Reading: しつど
• Romaji: shitsudo
• Kanji breakdown: 湿 (shitsu) — damp, moist; 度 (do) — degree, measure
• Pronunciation: /ɕi.tsɯ.do/

Meaning

Humidity. The amount of water vapour present in the air.

Japan is known for high humidity, especially during the rainy season (梅雨). Often discussed alongside temperature when describing weather comfort. Common phrases include 湿度が高い (humidity is high) and 湿度計 (hygrometer).

Examples

1. 夏の日本は湿度がとても高いです。 The humidity in Japan during summer is very high.
2. 湿度が高いと、洗濯物が乾きにくいです。 When the humidity is high, laundry is hard to dry.
3. 部屋の湿度を下げるために除湿機を使います。 I use a dehumidifier to lower the room's humidity.

Usage Guide

Context: weather, daily life, home

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 湿 (damp, moist) and 度 (degree, measure). The characters describe the measured degree of moisture.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal