The terminology "turn the AC up" or "turn the AC down" can vary based on regional dialects and personal preferences, which sometimes leads to confusion. To clarify:
Turn the AC up: In many regions, this phrase means to increase the cooling, making the air conditioner work harder to lower the temperature. So, if you want it to be colder, you would say "turn the AC up" to raise the cooling level.
Turn the AC down: In contrast, in other regions, this phrase means to decrease the cooling, making the air conditioner work less to allow the room to warm up. So, if you want it to be colder, you would say "turn the AC down" to reduce the cooling level.
Because of this ambiguity, it's better to use specific temperature settings when communicating how you want the air conditioner adjusted. For example:
- If you want it to be cooler, you can say, "Please set the AC to a lower temperature" or "Could you decrease the thermostat setting?"
- If you want it to be warmer, you can say, "Please set the AC to a higher temperature" or "Could you increase the thermostat setting?"
Using specific temperature settings removes any confusion and ensures that your desired temperature adjustments are clear.