🇨🇳 How to say

“thirsty” in Chinese

渴kě
Illustration of "thirsty" in a Chinese cultural setting
A hiker stands under the blazing sun, wiping sweat from their brow and looking longingly at an empty water bottle. Their dry lips and tired expression clearly show they need a drink.

Usage note

Use 渴 to describe the physical feeling of needing to drink, often after exercise or in hot weather; it's a simple, everyday word that pairs naturally with 喝水 (drink water).

Examples

  • 我渴了，想喝水。

    I'm thirsty, I want to drink water.

  • 他跑步后很渴。

    He is very thirsty after running.

  • 天气热，大家都渴。

    The weather is hot, everyone is thirsty.

Quick check

What does "渴" mean?

  • A. thirsty
  • B. fast
  • C. (none)
  • D. (none)

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