Red Heat(红温)：

In Chinese, it is pronounced as: hóng wēn，Written as:

“Red Heat” is an internet slang term originating from the esports field, describing a person who is extremely angry, with a flushed face indicating a state of emotional agitation and frustration. It is commonly used to refer to someone who is very excited or upset, particularly during moments when gamers are highly triggered. This term was initially used to describe the phenomenon of the esports player Uzi turning red in the face due to tension, focus, or emotional excitement during a match. Viewers humorously dubbed Uzi’s state during competitions as “Red Heat,” often accompanied by his habit of nibbling on his fingers. This image has been turned into memes and widely circulated online.

In the esports domain, “Red Heat” is used to describe players who become flushed in the face due to emotional excitement during matches.

In everyday communication, “Red Heat” can also describe a person whose face turns red and whose body temperature rises due to emotions like excitement, shyness, or anger. For instance, if a girl says “I’m feeling red heat” during a chat, it may indicate that she is feeling shy or embarrassed, or she might be particularly happy, excited, or even angry about something.

“Red Heat” has not only spread widely online as a fun expression but also reflects the genuine emotional states of esports players during competitions to some extent. The popularity of this term demonstrates the deep impact of internet culture on esports culture, as well as the interaction between esports players and their fans. Through “Red Heat,” fans are better able to understand and feel the emotional fluctuations of players during matches, strengthening the emotional connection between fans and players.