Definitions
v. to feel an uncomfortable sensation that makes you want to scratch
发痒
n. an uncomfortable feeling on your skin that makes you scratch
痒；痒感
v. to want very much to do something
渴望；迫不及待
Example
This woollen scarf makes my neck itch all day.
这条羊毛围巾让我脖子整天发痒。
Some synthetic fabrics can cause sensitive skin to itch, making material choice important in clothing design.
某些合成面料会使敏感皮肤发痒，因此服装设计中的面料选择很重要。
Collocations
- scratch an itch
- itch to do something
- itch for a chance
Word family
- itchy (adj.)
- itchiness (n.)
Usage tip
itch是发痒，scratch是挠；渴望常用be itching to。
FAQ
- What does itch mean?
- to feel an uncomfortable sensation that makes you want to scratch an uncomfortable feeling on your skin that makes you scratch to want very much to do something
- How is itch pronounced?
- UK /ɪtʃ/, US /ɪtʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
