
thirsty
/ˈθɜːsti/ · /ˈθɜːrsti/
CEFR level A1Topic HealthWord #153 in the learning path
口渴的
Definitions
adj. feeling that you need or want a drink
口渴的
adj. having a strong desire for something
渴望的
Example
I felt thirsty after walking home in the sun.
我顶着太阳走回家后觉得口渴。
Children who are thirsty for knowledge benefit from lessons that encourage questions and independent exploration.
渴求知识的孩子能从鼓励提问和自主探索的课程中受益。
Collocations
- feel thirsty
- thirsty for knowledge
- make someone thirsty
Word family
- thirst (n.)
- thirst (v.)
Usage tip
表示渴望某物用thirsty for,不用thirsty of。
FAQ
- What does thirsty mean?
- feeling that you need or want a drink having a strong desire for something
- How is thirsty pronounced?
- UK /ˈθɜːsti/, US /ˈθɜːrsti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.