Definition
不冷不热 is a fixed four-character expression meaning 'neither hot nor cold' — it describes temperature that is just right, like lukewarm water or mild weather. It can also be used figuratively to describe a person's attitude as indifferent or lukewarm, not enthusiastic but not hostile either. The literal meaning is 'not cold, not hot'.
v.p.
neither hot nor coldlukewarm (temperature)indifferentlukewarm (attitude or response)
Examples
- 不冷不热，。Zhè bēi shuǐ bú de, zhènghǎo kěyǐ hē.This glass of water is neither hot nor cold — just right to drink.
- 不冷不热，。Tā duì zhège jiànyì de tàidu bú, méi shénme rèqíng.His attitude toward this suggestion was lukewarm, without much enthusiasm.
- 不冷不热，。Qiūtiān tiānqì bú, zuì shìhé chūqù wán le.In autumn the weather is neither hot nor cold — perfect for going out to play.
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