Celsius
1 synonym for Celsius, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0 degrees and boils at 100 degrees.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use Celsius
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
degrees Celsius
Celsius scale
Etymology
Named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius (1701 to 1744), who devised an early version of the scale.
Full origin of Celsius →Frequently asked questions
What does “Celsius” mean?
The word “Celsius” means relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0 degrees and boils at 100 degrees. In plain terms, the metric temperature scale used in most of the world (as opposed to Fahrenheit).
How do you pronounce “Celsius”?
“Celsius” is pronounced SEHL-see-uhs (/ˈsɛl.siəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Celsius” in a sentence?
Here is “Celsius” used in a sentence: “The forecast predicts a high of 24 degrees Celsius.”
What part of speech is “Celsius”?
“Celsius” is an adjective.
Where does the word “Celsius” come from?
The word “Celsius” dates back to around 1701 and comes from Swedish. Named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius (1701 to 1744), who devised an early version of the scale.
Is “Celsius” a common word?
“Celsius” is an uncommon word in modern English.
