How to say "Cold" in Japanese

When translating "cold" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between つめたい and 風邪. In Japanese, つめたい (つめたい (tsumetai)) is typically associated with "cold (to the touch, objects, drinks)" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents An い-adjective used for cold objects, drinks, or touch. Cannot be used for cold weather. On the other hand, 風邪 (かぜ (kaze)) maps to "cold (illness)" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents Commonly used to refer to a common cold. Often used with ひく. A literal translation of "cold" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!