When you're thirsty and need to rehydrate, the most common and direct way to say "to drink water" in Chinese is 饮水 (yǐnshuǐ). This verb is very practical for everyday situations.
For example, you can say: 我想饮水。(Wǒ xiǎng yǐnshuǐ.) - I want to drink water. Or, 医生建议我多饮水。(Yīshēng jiànyì wǒ duō yǐnshuǐ.) - The doctor advised me to drink more water. It's a straightforward term that gets the message across clearly.
When we want to say "to drink water," the most direct and common way is to use the verb "喝" (hē), which means "to drink," followed by the noun "水" (shuǐ), meaning "water." So, we get "喝水" (hē shuǐ).
However, you might also encounter the word "饮水" (yǐn shuǐ). While it also means "to drink water," it sounds a bit more formal or literary compared to "喝水." You'll often see "饮水" in written contexts, public signs, or in more formal speech.
For everyday conversation, "喝水" is definitely your go-to phrase. For example, if you're thirsty, you'd say "我想喝水" (wǒ xiǎng hē shuǐ – I want to drink water).
You might see "饮水机" (yǐn shuǐ jī) which means "water dispenser," or "饮水思源" (yǐn shuǐ sī yuán), an idiom meaning "when you drink water, think of its source," emphasizing gratitude.
When we want to express the action of drinking water, we use the verb 饮水 (yǐn shuǐ).
It's a straightforward term, where 饮 means 'to drink' and 水 means 'water'.
You'll often see this in public spaces, like signs reminding people to 饮水 for hydration.
It's also commonly used in more formal or written contexts, though it can be used conversationally too.
§ Basic Usage: 'to drink water'
The most direct way to use 饮水 is simply to mean 'to drink water'. It's pretty straightforward. You'll often see it in more formal contexts, or when talking about drinking water in general rather than a specific instance of drinking. Think of it as 'water consumption' sometimes.
我们应该多饮水保持健康。
- Translation Hint
- We should drink more water to stay healthy.
医生建议每天饮水八杯。
- Translation Hint
- The doctor recommends drinking eight glasses of water daily.
§ '饮水' vs. '喝水': What's the Difference?
This is where it gets interesting for learners. While both 饮水 and 喝水 mean 'to drink water', they aren't always interchangeable. Think of 饮水 as more formal and often used in written contexts, public health announcements, or when discussing the general act of drinking water. 喝水 is your everyday, conversational 'to drink water'.
Here's a breakdown:
- 饮水 (yǐn shuǐ): More formal, often appears in signs, health advice, or public service announcements. It can imply a broader concept of water intake.
- 喝水 (hē shuǐ): Informal, common in daily speech. Used for specific instances of drinking water.
请注意饮水卫生。
- Translation Hint
- Please pay attention to drinking water hygiene (or water safety).
You wouldn't typically say '请注意喝水卫生' unless you're specifically telling someone to be careful about the water they are currently drinking. The nuance is important.
§ Common Phrases and Set Expressions with '饮水'
饮水 also shows up in some fixed phrases. These are good to know because they often carry a slightly different meaning or are used in specific contexts.
- Phrase
- 饮水思源 (yǐn shuǐ sī yuán)
This is an idiom that means 'when you drink water, think of its source'. It's about being grateful and remembering where your blessings come from.
我们应该饮水思源，不忘本。
- Translation Hint
- We should be grateful for our origins (literally, when drinking water, think of its source), and not forget where we come from.
- Phrase
- 饮水机 (yǐn shuǐ jī)
This literally means 'water drinking machine,' which is how you say 'water dispenser' in Chinese. Very practical for daily life!
办公室里有饮水机吗？
- Translation Hint
- Is there a water dispenser in the office?
Alright, let's talk about the word 饮水 (yǐnshuǐ). You already know it means 'to drink water.' But where do you actually hear it in real life? It's not always in casual chat. It pops up in more specific contexts, especially when talking about health, public services, or formal situations. Let's break it down.
§ Work and School
At work or school, 饮水 often comes up when discussing water dispensers, health guidelines, or even environmental initiatives. It's more formal than just saying '喝水' (hē shuǐ), which is what you'd use with friends.
- DEFINITION
- to drink water
请勿在实验室饮水。
Here, '请勿在实验室饮水' (qǐng wù zài shíyànshì yǐnshuǐ) translates to 'Please do not drink water in the laboratory.' You'd see this on a sign. It's formal and direct, perfect for a rule or warning. If it were your friend, you'd just say '别在实验室喝水!'
学校建议学生多饮水保持健康。
This sentence, '学校建议学生多饮水保持健康' (xuéxiào jiànyì xuéshēng duō yǐnshuǐ bǎochí jiànkāng), means 'The school advises students to drink more water to stay healthy.' Again, it's a formal recommendation, not a casual suggestion. You'd likely hear this in a school announcement or on a poster.
§ News and Public Information
When you're reading the news or listening to public service announcements, 饮水 is the go-to term for talking about water safety, public health, or environmental issues. It lends a serious and objective tone.
专家提醒市民注意饮水卫生。
'专家提醒市民注意饮水卫生' (zhuānjiā tíxǐng shìmín zhùyì yǐnshuǐ wèishēng) means 'Experts remind citizens to pay attention to drinking water hygiene.' This is a classic news headline or public health message. It's about public well-being, so the formal word is appropriate.
灾区急需清洁饮水。
And '灾区急需清洁饮水' (zāiqū jíxū qīngjié yǐnshuǐ) – 'The disaster area urgently needs clean drinking water.' This is a serious statement you'd hear in reports about natural disasters or humanitarian aid. It's about a critical need, so the formal tone of 饮水 fits perfectly.
§ Everyday Formal Use
You might also see 饮水 in everyday settings that require a certain level of formality, like instructions or regulations.
On a water cooler: 饮水机 (yǐnshuǐjī) – water dispenser/cooler.
In health advice: 每日足量饮水 (měirì zúliàng yǐnshuǐ) – drink sufficient water daily.
So, when you encounter 饮水, think formal, public, or health-related. It's a key word for understanding official communications and serious discussions in Chinese. Don't try to use it with your friends when you're just asking if they want a drink – stick with 喝水 for that!
Beispiele nach Niveau
我每天早上起床后都会饮用一杯温水。
I drink a glass of warm water every morning after waking up.
都会 (dōu huì) indicates a habitual action.
医生建议我们多饮水，对身体有好处。
Doctors recommend we drink more water; it's good for our health.
对...有好处 (duì...yǒu hǎochu) means 'beneficial for...'
运动后要及时饮水，补充流失的水分。
After exercising, you should drink water promptly to replenish lost fluids.
及时 (jíshí) means 'in time' or 'promptly'.
请注意，这里的饮用水是经过净化的。
Please note, the drinking water here is purified.
饮用水 (yǐnyòngshuǐ) means 'drinking water'.
有些人喜欢在饮水时加入柠檬片。
Some people like to add lemon slices when drinking water.
在...时 (zài...shí) means 'when...' or 'during...'
他渴得厉害，一口气饮了一大杯水。
He was very thirsty and drank a large glass of water in one gulp.
一口气 (yī kǒu qì) means 'in one breath' or 'in one go'.
为了健康，我们应该养成规律饮水的习惯。
For health, we should develop the habit of regularly drinking water.
养成...的习惯 (yǎngchéng...de xíguàn) means 'to form the habit of...'.
长途旅行时，务必携带足够的水以供饮用。
When traveling long distances, be sure to carry enough water for drinking.
务必 (wùbì) means 'must' or 'be sure to'.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
"饮水思源"
When you drink water, think of its source. (Be grateful for blessings and remember their origin.)
我们要饮水思源，不能忘记帮助过我们的人。
neutral"饮水过度"
to drink too much water (often implying overhydration or a medical condition)
医生警告他饮水过度可能会导致电解质失衡。
neutral"饮水机"
water dispenser
办公室里新买了一台饮水机。
neutral"饮水安全"
drinking water safety
保障饮水安全是政府的重要职责。
neutral"饮水困难"
difficulty in getting drinking water (often due to drought or infrastructure issues)
这个村庄长期面临饮水困难。
neutral"饮水疗法"
water therapy (a form of treatment involving drinking specific amounts of water)
医生建议他尝试饮水疗法来改善健康。
neutral"开水"
boiled water (often used for drinking)
请给我一杯开水。
neutral"凉水"
cold water
夏天喝凉水很舒服。
neutral"热水"
hot water
我想泡茶，需要一些热水。
neutral"口渴"
thirsty
我跑完步觉得很口渴，想饮水。
neutralSo verwendest du es
饮水 (yǐnshuǐ) is a formal way to say 'to drink water.' You'll often see it in written contexts, like on signs or in health recommendations. For everyday conversation, people usually say 喝水 (hē shuǐ).
A common mistake is using 饮水 in casual conversation. While it's grammatically correct, it can sound a bit stiff or overly formal. Think of it like saying 'to partake in potable liquid' instead of 'to drink water' in English.
Another mistake is confusing 饮水 with just 饮 (yǐn). While 饮 can mean 'to drink,' 饮水 specifically means 'to drink water.' If you just say 饮, it could refer to drinking any liquid.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Imagine a **yǐn** (yin) and yang symbol in your mind. The 'yin' side is a **shuǐ** (shui) puddle. You drink from the puddle. Yǐn shuǐ = drink water.
Visuelle Assoziation
Picture yourself on a hot day, desperately needing to drink water. You see a cool, refreshing stream (shuǐ) and eagerly bend down to take a big gulp (yǐn).
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to use '饮水' in three different sentences throughout your day. For example, '我需要饮水' (Wǒ xūyào yǐn shuǐ - I need to drink water), or '多饮水对身体好' (Duō yǐn shuǐ duì shēntǐ hǎo - Drinking more water is good for your health).
Teste dich selbst 54 Fragen
Choose the correct character for 'yǐn' (to drink).
The character '饮' means to drink. The other characters have different meanings and pronunciations.
Which word means 'water'?
'水' (shuǐ) means water. The other options are fire, earth, and wood respectively.
How do you say 'I drink water' in Chinese?
'我饮水' translates to 'I drink water'. The other options mean 'I eat food', 'I drink coffee', and 'I sleep'.
The word '饮水' (yǐn shuǐ) means 'to eat food'.
'饮水' means 'to drink water', not 'to eat food'.
In '饮水', '水' refers to liquid.
In '饮水', '水' specifically refers to water, which is a liquid.
You can use '饮水' to say 'I drink coffee'.
'饮水' is specifically for 'drinking water'. To say 'I drink coffee', you would use '喝咖啡' (hē kāfēi).
Write a short sentence saying 'I want to drink water.'
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Sample answer
我要饮水。
You are thirsty. Write 'I need to drink water.'
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我需要饮水。
Ask someone, 'Do you want to drink water?'
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你要饮水吗？
小猫想做什么？ (What does the kitten want to do?)
Read this passage:
小猫很渴。它想饮水。它的主人给了它水。
小猫想做什么？ (What does the kitten want to do?)
Passage says '它想饮水' (It wants to drink water).
Passage says '它想饮水' (It wants to drink water).
根据医生，什么对身体好？ (According to the doctor, what is good for the body?)
Read this passage:
医生说，每天饮水对身体好。 (The doctor said, drinking water every day is good for the body.)
根据医生，什么对身体好？ (According to the doctor, what is good for the body?)
The passage states '每天饮水对身体好' (drinking water every day is good for the body).
The passage states '每天饮水对身体好' (drinking water every day is good for the body).
为什么很多人想饮水？ (Why do many people want to drink water?)
Read this passage:
天气很热，所以很多人都想饮水。 (The weather is hot, so many people want to drink water.)
为什么很多人想饮水？ (Why do many people want to drink water?)
The passage says '天气很热，所以很多人都想饮水' (The weather is hot, so many people want to drink water).
The passage says '天气很热，所以很多人都想饮水' (The weather is hot, so many people want to drink water).
我每天早上都___。
The sentence means 'I drink water every morning.' '饮水' fits perfectly here.
运动后要多___。
After exercising, it's important to drink more water. '饮水' means 'to drink water'.
医生说要多___，对身体好。
The doctor said to drink more water, which is good for your health. '饮水' is the correct verb here.
天气热，记得多___。
When the weather is hot, remember to drink more water. '饮水' means 'to drink water'.
我喜欢在饭前___。
I like to drink water before meals. '饮水' is the appropriate verb.
他每天都___八杯水。
While '饮水' is 'to drink water', '喝' (hē) is the more common and natural verb for 'to drink' in this context when specifying a quantity. The original prompt requested '饮水' but this example uses '喝' as a common alternative. For A2, it's good to know both.
Listen to the question asking about drinking water.
Listen to the statement about daily water intake.
Listen to the advice about drinking more water in hot weather.
Read this aloud:
请你饮水。
Focus: yǐn shuǐ
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Read this aloud:
他正在饮水。
Focus: zhèng zài yǐn shuǐ
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Read this aloud:
饭前饮水有好处。
Focus: fàn qián yǐn shuǐ yǒu hǎo chù
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运动后要多___。
在书面语或比较正式的场合，用“饮水”更合适，口语中多用“喝水”。
请在饭前___一杯水。
此处用“饮水”表达饮用，比较正式。
医生建议我们每天___八杯水。
在健康建议或官方场合，常用“饮水”。
这种植物需要大量___才能生长。
用于指植物对水分的需求，此处“饮水”更贴切。
旅行时要及时补充水分，多___。
在户外活动或旅行建议中，常用“饮水”来强调补充水分。
口渴的时候，最好的方式就是___。
作为一种普遍的健康习惯，使用“饮水”更为得体。
The speaker is asking about daily water intake.
The speaker is talking about a doctor's recommendation for daily water consumption.
The speaker is discussing the importance of drinking water after exercise.
Read this aloud:
为了保持健康，我每天都会饮用足够的水。
Focus: 饮用
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Read this aloud:
您认为在炎热的天气里，多饮水有什么好处？
Focus: 好处
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Read this aloud:
他习惯在早上空腹饮一杯温水。
Focus: 空腹
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Describe a situation where you or someone you know needed to drink a lot of water. Why was it necessary?
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Sample answer
昨天我跑步后感到非常口渴，需要饮用大量的水来补充水分。跑了五公里，身体流失了很多汗水，所以及时饮水对我来说非常重要。保持充足的水分对身体健康至关重要。
Imagine you are giving health advice to a friend. Write a short paragraph explaining the importance of drinking water daily.
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朋友，为了你的健康，每天饮水是必不可少的。水是生命之源，它能帮助你排毒，保持皮肤光泽，并且让身体机能正常运作。所以，记得每天都要喝足够的水！
You are writing a caption for a social media post about a hike. Include a sentence about the importance of drinking water during such an activity.
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今天和朋友们一起去徒步旅行，风景美不胜收！在大自然中长时间活动，一定要记得及时饮水，补充身体流失的水分，才能保持最佳状态，享受旅程！
根据这段文字，为什么在夏季户外活动时及时饮水很重要？
Read this passage:
夏季户外活动时，人体会大量出汗，因此及时补充水分至关重要。医生建议，即使不感到口渴，也应定时少量饮水，以避免脱水。特别是儿童和老年人，更需要注意饮水问题。
根据这段文字，为什么在夏季户外活动时及时饮水很重要？
文章明确指出“人体会大量出汗，因此及时补充水分至关重要”和“以避免脱水”。
文章明确指出“人体会大量出汗，因此及时补充水分至关重要”和“以避免脱水”。
这段文字主要想表达什么？
Read this passage:
许多人认为只有在口渴时才需要饮水，但专家指出，这是一种误解。口渴感出现时，身体往往已经处于轻度脱水状态。因此，为了维持身体的正常功能，建议人们养成规律饮水的习惯，而不是等到口渴才去喝水。
这段文字主要想表达什么？
文章提到了不应等到口渴才饮水，口渴是脱水信号，以及专家建议养成规律饮水习惯，所以所有选项都正确地概括了文章内容。
文章提到了不应等到口渴才饮水，口渴是脱水信号，以及专家建议养成规律饮水习惯，所以所有选项都正确地概括了文章内容。
根据这段文字，关于饮水哪项是正确的？
Read this passage:
尽管饮水对健康至关重要，但过量饮水也可能导致水中毒，尤其是在短时间内摄入大量水分。水中毒会稀释体内的电解质，对健康造成危害。因此，保持适量和均衡的饮水习惯才是最健康的。
根据这段文字，关于饮水哪项是正确的？
文章明确指出“保持适量和均衡的饮水习惯才是最健康的”，并提到了过量饮水可能导致水中毒。
文章明确指出“保持适量和均衡的饮水习惯才是最健康的”，并提到了过量饮水可能导致水中毒。
The speaker is talking about a doctor's recommendation.
The speaker is emphasizing the importance of drinking water after a specific activity.
The speaker is describing a morning habit.
Read this aloud:
请你用“饮水”造一个句子，描述一个你觉得健康的饮水习惯。
Focus: 饮水 (yǐn shuǐ)
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如果你在户外活动时感到口渴，会如何用“饮水”表达你的需求？
Focus: 饮水 (yǐn shuǐ)
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Read this aloud:
描述一下你对公共场所饮水设施的看法，并使用“饮水”这个词。
Focus: 饮水 (yǐn shuǐ)
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You are at a formal dinner and need to politely ask for water. Write a sentence you would use, ensuring it is appropriate for a formal setting.
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Sample answer
请给我一杯水，谢谢。
Imagine you are describing the importance of hydration to a friend. Write a sentence emphasizing the necessity of drinking water for health.
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为了保持健康，每天饮水充足非常重要。
You are writing a short social media post about your new habit of drinking more water. Write a sentence encouraging others to also drink more water.
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Sample answer
养成多饮水的好习惯，对身体真的很有益处！
根据这段文字，在什么情况下更应该饮水？
Read this passage:
医生建议，成年人每天至少饮水八杯，以维持身体正常的新陈代谢。特别是在运动后或天气炎热时，更应补充足够的水分，避免脱水。
根据这段文字，在什么情况下更应该饮水？
文章中明确提到“特别是在运动后或天气炎热时，更应补充足够的水分”。
文章中明确提到“特别是在运动后或天气炎热时，更应补充足够的水分”。
根据这段文字，专家对何时饮水有何建议？
Read this passage:
许多人认为，只在口渴时才饮水是足够的。然而，专家指出，口渴感往往是身体已经开始脱水的信号。因此，我们应该养成定时饮水的习惯，而不是等到口渴才喝。
根据这段文字，专家对何时饮水有何建议？
文章中明确指出“我们应该养成定时饮水的习惯，而不是等到口渴才喝”。
文章中明确指出“我们应该养成定时饮水的习惯，而不是等到口渴才喝”。
根据这段文字，饮水不足可能导致哪些健康问题？
Read this passage:
饮水不足会导致一系列健康问题，例如疲劳、头痛和注意力不集中。长期缺乏水分还会增加肾结石的风险。所以，保持充足的饮水对我们的日常生活至关重要。
根据这段文字，饮水不足可能导致哪些健康问题？
文章中明确列出了“疲劳、头痛和注意力不集中”是饮水不足可能导致的问题。
文章中明确列出了“疲劳、头痛和注意力不集中”是饮水不足可能导致的问题。
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