thirst
/θɜːst/ · /θɝːst/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #4352 in the learning path
口渴
Definitions
n. The feeling of needing or wanting something to drink.
口渴
n. A strong desire to have or learn something.
渴望；强烈欲望
Example
Cool water relieved my thirst after the long walk.
走了很长一段路后，凉水缓解了我的口渴。
Schools should nurture children's thirst for knowledge rather than focus exclusively on examination results.
学校应培养孩子们的求知欲，而不是只关注考试成绩。
Collocations
- quench your thirst
- a thirst for knowledge
- a thirst for adventure
Word family
- thirsty (adj.)
- thirstily (adv.)
Usage tip
口渴常说be thirsty；thirst for表示对……的渴望。
FAQ
- What does thirst mean?
- The feeling of needing or wanting something to drink. A strong desire to have or learn something.
- How is thirst pronounced?
- UK /θɜːst/, US /θɝːst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
