However, there are other words you can use depending on the context:
* "caliente" - This is a more informal way of saying "hot" and is often used to describe something that is physically hot, like food or a fire.
* "escaldante" - This word means "scalding" and is used for something extremely hot, like boiling water.
* "ardente" - This word means "burning" and is often used metaphorically to describe something passionate or intense.
It's important to choose the right word depending on the context and the level of formality you want to convey.