The purpose of this study is to find out how students view the use of thermodynamic principles in their daily lives. Students frequently struggle to grasp the applicability of thermodynamics, a key discipline in physics and engineering, outside of the classroom. A sample of 40 undergraduate student teachers at a university of technology was conveniently sampled. The study investigates how students connect thermodynamic concepts to several facets of their everyday lives, including cooking, refrigeration, and energy use, a qualitative method approach using focus groups interviews was used to collect data. To obtain insights pertaining to the study issue, focus group interview data analysis entailed methodically reviewing the information gathered during the session. Data was analysed using thematic analysis. According to the results, there is a substantial gap between theoretical understanding and real-world application; many students can identify thermodynamics in situations they are familiar with but find it difficult to explain the fundamental ideas. The study also emphasizes how experiential learning can improve students' understanding and appreciation of thermodynamic ideas, and it recommends that teachers include real-world applications in their courses. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, this research seeks to promote student engagement with thermodynamics and inform instructional practices, leading to a deeper grasp of its significance in daily life.

Keywords: Thermodynamics, effective teaching application, dailylife.