残暑
Meanings
1
lingering summer heat; late-summer heat
Refers to the hot weather that continues after the traditional start of autumn (立秋, around August 7). Commonly used in seasonal greetings and weather reports.
See also: 立秋
The lingering summer heat is intense, isn't it?
Send a late-summer greeting card.
Usage patterns
- 残暑が続くthe lingering summer heat continues
Even in September, the lingering summer heat continues.
- 残暑が厳しいthe lingering summer heat is severe
This year the lingering summer heat is severe, and it just won't cool down.
- 残暑の候in this season of lingering summer heat (formal letter opening)
In this season of lingering summer heat, how have you been getting on?