Getter

A method that returns an object's stored value.

What is Getter in Java?

Getter — A method that returns an object's stored value.

class Thermostat {
    private int temperature;

    int getTemperature() {
        return temperature;
    }

    void setTemperature(int temperature) {
        this.temperature = temperature;
    }
}

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Updated September 27, 2026