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Definition
Global warming; the long-term rise in the average temperature of the Earth's climate system.
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How it's used
Scientific and environmental discussions in Hong Kong often use this term as a direct equivalent to the English concept. It functions as a formal noun phrase, so it is more likely to appear in news reports, school settings, or serious conversations rather than casual small talk. When discussing the effects, it is common to pair it with verbs like 影響 or 導致.
Examples
Global warming is causing the glaciers to melt very quickly.
Do you think global warming has a big impact on Hong Kong?
Related words
Common phrases
mitigate global warming
global warming crisis
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