When you're really thirsty, you need something to quench your thirst. In Chinese, we use the verb 解渴 (jiěkě) for this.
Think of it like this: 解 means to 'resolve' or 'undo,' and 渴 means 'thirsty' or 'thirst.' So, literally, it means to 'resolve thirst.'
You can use 解渴 with drinks. For example, if you're drinking water after a long run, you'd say the water is really 解渴.
When you're really thirsty, you need something to quench your thirst. In Chinese, we use the verb 解渴 (jiěkě). It literally means to "solve thirst" or "untie thirst."
You can use 解渴 when talking about a drink or even food that helps you feel less thirsty. For example, a cold drink on a hot day can 解渴. A juicy piece of fruit can also 解渴.
It's a very practical phrase to know when you want to express that something is refreshing and satisfying when you're parched. So next time you grab a drink, think about how it's going to 解渴!
When you're really thirsty, you want something to 解渴 (jiěkě), or quench your thirst. You can use it to describe a drink that hits the spot, like 这杯水真解渴！ (Zhèi bēi shuǐ zhēn jiěkě! This glass of water really quenches my thirst!) or 西瓜很解渴 (Xīguā hěn jiěkě. Watermelon is very thirst-quenching).
While literally about thirst, sometimes it's used figuratively to mean satisfying a strong need or desire, like 解渴的新闻 (jiěkě de xīnwén – news that satisfies curiosity), but this is less common for learners.
When you're really thirsty, you want something to 解渴 (jiěkě), or quench your thirst. You can use it to describe a drink that hits the spot, like a cold glass of water on a hot day. It's a very practical and common phrase.
For example, if someone offers you a drink and you say “这个很解渴！” (Zhège hěn jiěkě!), you're telling them that it's really good for quenching thirst. It's often used with drinks, but sometimes metaphorically too.
When you're really thirsty, you need something that truly hits the spot. In Chinese, this feeling of satisfying a deep thirst is perfectly captured by the verb 解渴 (jiěkě). It literally translates to 'solve thirst' or 'unleash thirst' which effectively means to quench one's thirst. You can use it when you drink a refreshing beverage after a long, hot day. For example, a cold drink on a summer day can really 解渴. It's a very practical and common word to describe that wonderful feeling of being hydrated and refreshed.
§ What 解渴 means and how to use it
Alright, let's talk about 解渴 (jiě kě). It's a super practical Chinese phrase that you'll hear and use a lot, especially when it's hot or you've been working hard. Simply put, 解渴 means 'to quench thirst'.
- DEFINITION
- To quench thirst.
You'll typically use 解渴 when you're talking about a drink or something you consume that makes your thirst go away. Think about that refreshing feeling after a long walk on a sunny day and you grab a cold drink – that drink is 解渴.
It's pretty straightforward. You use it as a verb, meaning the action of relieving thirst. Here are some situations where you'd definitely hear or use 解渴:
- When you're really thirsty and looking for a drink.
- When describing how good a particular drink tastes because it satisfied your thirst.
- When recommending a drink to someone who is thirsty.
It's not just about water, either. While water is the most basic thing to quench thirst, 解渴 can apply to many other beverages. For example, a cold soda, a fresh juice, or even some fruits can be described as 解渴. The key is that it makes you feel less thirsty.
Let's look at some basic examples to get the hang of it. Notice how '解渴' directly follows the thing that's doing the 'quenching'.
这杯水很解渴。
This glass of water is very (quenches thirst / thirst-quenching).
运动后喝点凉水能解渴。
Drinking some cold water after exercise can (quench thirst).
See? It's straightforward. You're basically saying that the drink has the ability or effect of making your thirst go away. You can also use it in questions or when making suggestions.
你想喝什么解渴？
What do you want to drink to (quench your thirst)?
西瓜很解渴，夏天吃最好。
Watermelon is very (thirst-quenching), it's best to eat in summer.
Understanding 解渴 is a good step towards sounding more natural in Chinese when talking about basic needs like drinking. It's a common and practical phrase that you'll find yourself using often, especially as the weather gets warmer or after any physical activity. Just remember, if it makes you feel less thirsty, it's 解渴.
§ Understanding 解渴 (jiěkě)
解渴 (jiěkě) is a verb that means 'to quench thirst'. It's pretty straightforward, but there are a few things to keep in mind when you use it. Think of it like how you'd say 'to satisfy your thirst' in English. It's a common and useful word for talking about drinks and feeling refreshed.
- DEFINITION
- To quench thirst.
§ Basic Sentence Structure
The most common way to use 解渴 is as a verb directly with what quenches your thirst. It follows a simple Subject + Verb + Object structure, though often the 'object' is implied if you're talking about a drink you've just had or are about to have.
这杯水很解渴。(Zhè bēi shuǐ hěn jiěkě.)
This glass of water is very thirst-quenching. (Literally: This cup of water very quenches thirst.)
我需要喝点什么来解渴。(Wǒ xūyào hē diǎn shénme lái jiěkě.)
I need to drink something to quench my thirst. (Literally: I need drink something come quench thirst.)
§ Using It with Modifiers
You can use adverbs like 很 (hěn - very) or 比较 (bǐjiào - relatively) before 解渴 to describe how well something quenches thirst.
冰镇西瓜很解渴。(Bīngzhèn xīguā hěn jiěkě.)
Iced watermelon is very thirst-quenching.
这种果汁比较解渴。(Zhè zhǒng guǒzhī bǐjiào jiěkě.)
This kind of juice is relatively thirst-quenching.
§ Common Phrases and Usage
You'll often hear 解渴 in contexts where people are discussing what to drink or how a drink makes them feel. It’s particularly useful when you’re out and about, especially in hot weather.
喝水解渴 (hē shuǐ jiěkě): Drink water to quench thirst.
夏天多喝水能解渴。(Xiàtiān duō hē shuǐ néng jiěkě.)
In summer, drinking more water can quench thirst.
解渴的饮料 (jiěkě de yǐnliào): Thirst-quenching drink.
我需要一杯解渴的饮料。(Wǒ xūyào yī bēi jiěkě de yǐnliào.)
I need a thirst-quenching drink.
Notice how in '解渴的饮料', 解渴 acts almost like an adjective describing the drink. This is a common pattern in Chinese where verbs can modify nouns using 的 (de).
§ Avoiding Common Mistakes
Don't confuse 解渴 with simply 'drinking water' (喝水 - hē shuǐ) or 'feeling thirsty' (口渴 - kǒukě). 解渴 specifically refers to the act or effect of relieving thirst.
§ Practical Application
When you're in China and feeling parched, you can easily use 解渴 to express your need for a refreshing drink. It's a great way to sound more natural and precise.
有什么解渴的吗？(Yǒu shénme jiěkě de ma?)
Is there anything thirst-quenching? (Literally: Have what thirst-quenching 'de' particle question?)
This is a very practical question to ask at a convenience store or a restaurant when you're looking for a good drink.
Keep practicing with these examples, and you'll find 解渴 becomes a natural part of your Chinese vocabulary in no time!
§ What Does 解渴 Mean?
- Chinese Word
- 解渴 (jiěkě)
- Pinyin
- jiěkě
- Definition
- To quench thirst; to alleviate thirst.
You've learned that 解渴 means 'to quench thirst'. Now, let's look at how you'll actually hear and use this word in everyday conversations in Chinese. It's a very practical word, especially when discussing drinks or feeling dehydrated.
§ In Everyday Conversations
Most commonly, you'll hear 解渴 when people are talking about what they want to drink, especially when they are thirsty. It's often used with beverages that are refreshing.
- Water: The most obvious and universal thirst-quencher.
- Cold drinks: On a hot day, a cold drink is often described as 解渴.
- Fruit juice: Many fruit juices, especially those with a slightly tart taste, are considered 解渴.
我口很渴，这瓶水真解渴。
- Translation hint
- I'm very thirsty, this bottle of water really quenches my thirst.
夏天喝绿茶很解渴。
- Translation hint
- Drinking green tea in summer is very thirst-quenching.
§ In a Work or School Setting
At work or school, especially during breaks or after physical activity, you'll hear people asking for or offering something to 解渴. It's a natural way to express the need for refreshment.
下课后，我得喝杯冰水解渴。
- Translation hint
- After class, I need to drink a glass of ice water to quench my thirst.
会议结束后，来点茶水解渴吧。
- Translation hint
- After the meeting, let's have some tea to quench our thirst.
§ In News or Advertisements
While less frequent than in daily conversation, 解渴 can appear in news or advertisements, especially when promoting beverages. It's a direct way to communicate the benefit of a drink.
这种新饮料，口感清爽，非常解渴。
- Translation hint
- This new beverage has a refreshing taste, very thirst-quenching.
§ Common Phrases with 解渴
Here are a few common ways 解渴 is used:
- 很解渴 (hěn jiěkě): Very thirst-quenching. This is a common way to describe a drink.
- 不解渴 (bù jiěkě): Not thirst-quenching. You might say this about a drink that's too sweet or heavy.
- 解渴的水 (jiěkě de shuǐ): Thirst-quenching water.
- 什么最解渴？ (Shénme zuì jiěkě?): What's the most thirst-quenching?
Understanding 解渴 is straightforward because its usage is consistent with its direct meaning. Pay attention to what people drink and how they describe its effect on their thirst, and you'll quickly pick up on its natural flow in conversation.
解渴 (jiěkě) - To Quench Thirst: Common Mistakes
§ Mistake 1: Using 解渴 for 'to satisfy hunger'
Many learners, especially at the A2 level, confuse 'to quench thirst' with 'to satisfy hunger'. While both involve satisfying a bodily need, 解渴 (jiěkě) is strictly for thirst. You cannot use it to talk about food.
- Incorrect Usage
- 这个面包不能解渴。
(Zhège miànbāo bù néng jiěkě.)
This bread cannot quench thirst. (Literally, but it's grammatically incorrect and makes no sense in context because bread doesn't quench thirst.)
Bread satisfies hunger, not thirst. You'd say something like 充饥 (chōngjī) for 'to satisfy hunger' or simply use verbs like 吃 (chī) 'to eat' to express eating food.
正确的说法是: 这个面包可以充饥。
(Zhèngquè de shuōfǎ shì: Zhège miànbāo kěyǐ chōngjī.)
The correct way to say it is: This bread can satisfy hunger.
§ Mistake 2: Using 解渴 as a noun directly
While 解渴 (jiěkě) is a verb phrase, learners sometimes try to use it directly as a noun meaning 'thirst quencher' or 'the act of quenching thirst' without additional words.
- Incorrect Usage
- 我需要一个解渴。
(Wǒ xūyào yī ge jiěkě.)
I need a quench thirst. (Grammatically awkward.)
Instead, you should use phrases that incorporate 解渴 (jiěkě) as a verb, often describing the *effect* of a drink, or use a noun like 解渴水 (jiěkě shuǐ) for 'thirst-quenching drink', though simply 水 (shuǐ) 'water' or 饮料 (yǐnliào) 'drink' often suffices.
正确的说法是: 我需要喝点什么来解渴。
(Zhèngquè de shuōfǎ shì: Wǒ xūyào hē diǎn shénme lái jiěkě.)
The correct way to say it is: I need to drink something to quench my thirst.
这杯茶很解渴。
(Zhèi bēi chá hěn jiěkě.)
This cup of tea is very thirst-quenching.
§ Mistake 3: Overusing 解渴 when simpler verbs are better
Sometimes learners feel compelled to use more complex vocabulary like 解渴 (jiěkě) when a simpler verb like 喝 (hē) 'to drink' would be more natural. While 解渴 (jiěkě) is perfectly fine, don't force it if the context doesn't specifically emphasize quenching thirst.
- Less Natural Usage
- 我口渴了，我想解渴。
(Wǒ kǒu kě le, wǒ xiǎng jiěkě.)
I'm thirsty, I want to quench thirst. (While grammatically correct, it can sound a bit repetitive or overly formal in casual speech.)
A more natural way to express being thirsty and wanting a drink is often simply:
正确的说法是: 我口渴了，我想喝水。
(Zhèngquè de shuōfǎ shì: Wǒ kǒu kě le, wǒ xiǎng hē shuǐ.)
The correct way to say it is: I'm thirsty, I want to drink water.
§ Mistake 4: Forgetting the object when 解渴 is used transitively
解渴 (jiěkě) is often used without an explicit object when the context makes it clear what is being quenched (thirst). However, if you want to be specific, you can say 解你的渴 (jiě nǐ de kě) 'quench your thirst', but simply 解渴 (jiěkě) is usually enough.
- Less Common but Possible Usage
- 这杯水能解我的渴。
(Zhèi bēi shuǐ néng jiě wǒ de kě.)
This cup of water can quench my thirst.
More commonly, you'll see it used:
- Describing the quality of a drink: 这杯水很解渴 (Zhèi bēi shuǐ hěn jiěkě - This water is very thirst-quenching).
- As a purpose: 喝点水解渴 (Hē diǎn shuǐ jiěkě - Drink some water to quench thirst).
§ Mistake 5: Not knowing suitable drinks for 解渴
This isn't a grammatical mistake, but a cultural and practical one. In Chinese culture, some drinks are considered more effective for 解渴 (jiěkě) than others.
- Good for 解渴: Water (水 - shuǐ), light tea (清茶 - qīngchá), some fruit juices (果汁 - guǒzhī) that aren't too sweet.
- Less effective or even counterproductive for 解渴: Very sweet drinks (太甜的饮料 - tài tián de yǐnliào), alcohol (酒 - jiǔ), sometimes even coffee (咖啡 - kāfēi) due to its diuretic effect.
夏天喝绿茶很解渴。
(Xiàtiān hē lǜchá hěn jiěkě.)
Drinking green tea in summer is very thirst-quenching.
How Formal Is It?
"此茶具有清熱解渴之功效。(This tea has the effect of clearing heat and quenching thirst.)"
"喝水可以解渴。(Drinking water can quench thirst.)"
"快喝口水止渴吧！(Quick, drink some water to quench your thirst!)"
"小熊喝了蜂蜜水，就不渴了。(Little bear drank honey water, and then wasn't thirsty.)"
Fun Fact
While '解渴' specifically refers to relieving thirst, '解' is a versatile character used in many contexts to mean 'solve' (解决 - jiějué), 'explain' (解释 - jiěshì), or 'understand' (理解 - lǐjiě).
Pronunciation Guide
- confusing the tones, especially the third tone
Difficulty Rating
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What to Learn Next
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Grammar to Know
解渴 (jiěkě) directly follows verbs or prepositions to express the action of quenching thirst. It functions as the object of the verb or preposition.
我喝水解渴。(Wǒ hē shuǐ jiěkě.) I drink water to quench my thirst.
解渴 (jiěkě) can be used with adverbs like 很 (hěn - very) or 不 (bù - not) to modify its intensity or negate the action.
这杯水很解渴。(Zhè bēi shuǐ hěn jiěkě.) This glass of water is very thirst-quenching.
When 解渴 (jiěkě) is used as an adjective, it often appears in the structure “很解渴” (hěn jiěkě - very thirst-quenching) or “不解渴” (bù jiěkě - not thirst-quenching).
这种饮料不解渴。(Zhè zhǒng yǐnliào bù jiěkě.) This kind of drink is not thirst-quenching.
解渴 (jiěkě) can also be used in rhetorical questions to emphasize the need to quench thirst.
这么热的天，来杯冰水解渴吗？(Zhème rè de tiān, lái bēi bīngshuǐ jiěkě ma?) It's so hot, how about an iced water to quench your thirst?
When 解渴 (jiěkě) is used with a noun, it often follows the structure “能解渴的 [noun]” (néng jiěkě de [noun] - [noun] that can quench thirst).
西瓜是夏天能解渴的水果。(Xīguā shì xiàtiān néng jiěkě de shuǐguǒ.) Watermelon is a fruit that can quench thirst in summer.
Examples by Level
我需要喝水解渴。
I need to drink water to quench my thirst.
这杯冰水真解渴！
This glass of iced water is so thirst-quenching!
运动后喝点果汁很解渴。
Drinking some juice after exercising is very thirst-quenching.
夏天吃西瓜最解渴了。
Eating watermelon is the most thirst-quenching in summer.
我口渴极了，有什么能解渴的吗？
I'm extremely thirsty, is there anything to quench my thirst?
他递给我一杯茶，希望能解渴。
He handed me a cup of tea, hoping it would quench my thirst.
这种饮料不仅好喝，还很解渴。
This drink is not only delicious but also very thirst-quenching.
在沙漠里，一点水都能解渴。
In the desert, even a little water can quench your thirst.
这杯冰水真解渴。
This glass of iced water really quenches thirst.
运动后喝点凉的可以解渴。
Drinking something cold after exercising can quench thirst.
夏天吃西瓜最能解渴。
Eating watermelon in summer is the most thirst-quenching.
他渴得厉害，一口气喝了两大杯水才解渴。
He was very thirsty and drank two large glasses of water in one go to quench his thirst.
这种果汁酸酸甜甜的，很解渴。
This kind of juice is sweet and sour, very thirst-quenching.
虽然喝啤酒可以暂时解渴，但实际上会让你更脱水。
Although drinking beer can temporarily quench thirst, it actually dehydrates you more.
沙漠旅行中，一小口水都能解渴。
During desert travel, even a small sip of water can quench thirst.
这杯茶不仅暖身，还很解渴。
This cup of tea not only warms the body but also quenches thirst.
运动完喝杯冰水最解渴了。
After exercising, a glass of iced water is the most thirst-quenching.
这西瓜真甜，吃一口就解渴。
This watermelon is so sweet, one bite quenches your thirst.
口渴的时候，没有什么比一杯凉茶更解渴的了。
When thirsty, nothing quenches thirst better than a glass of herbal tea.
他递给我一杯水，终于解了我的燃眉之渴。
He handed me a glass of water, finally quenching my urgent thirst.
高温天气，喝些绿豆汤很解渴。
In hot weather, drinking some mung bean soup is very thirst-quenching.
虽然可乐好喝，但并不怎么解渴。
Although cola is tasty, it doesn't really quench thirst.
爬山之后，急需一些饮料来解渴。
After hiking, I urgently need some drinks to quench my thirst.
她用冰镇的果汁为客人解渴。
She quenched her guests' thirst with iced juice.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
我口很渴，有什么可以解渴的吗？
I'm very thirsty, is there anything to quench my thirst?
这杯水真解渴。
This glass of water is really thirst-quenching.
夏天喝冰镇饮料最解渴。
Drinking iced beverages in summer is the most thirst-quenching.
吃西瓜可以解渴。
Eating watermelon can quench thirst.
你喝点什么解渴？
What would you like to drink to quench your thirst?
运动后需要多喝水来解渴。
After exercising, you need to drink more water to quench your thirst.
这不仅仅是解渴，更是享受。
This isn't just about quenching thirst, it's also about enjoyment.
她急需一杯水解渴。
She urgently needs a glass of water to quench her thirst.
只有冷饮才能解渴。
Only cold drinks can quench thirst.
口渴的时候，一杯白开水最能解渴。
When you're thirsty, a glass of plain water is the best for quenching thirst.
Often Confused With
This character means 'to untie, to solve, to explain'. It's a common prefix indicating resolution or undoing. Understanding this helps with other '解-' words like '解决 (jiě jué - to solve)', '解释 (jiě shì - to explain)'.
This character means 'thirsty' or 'thirst'. It appears in other thirst-related words like '口渴 (kǒu kě - thirsty)'.
This character means 'to drink'. While often associated with quenching thirst, it's the action itself, not the result of thirst relief.
Grammar Patterns
Idioms & Expressions
"望梅止渴 (wàng méi zhǐ kě)"
Literally, to gaze at plums to quench thirst; to console oneself with illusions.
他通过想象冰凉的饮料来望梅止渴。(He quenched his thirst by imagining cold drinks.)
neutral"止渴 (zhǐ kě)"
To quench thirst (a more concise form of 解渴).
这杯水正好可以止渴。(This glass of water is just right to quench my thirst.)
neutral"渴了 (kě le)"
Thirsty (state of being thirsty).
我有点渴了，想喝水。(I'm a bit thirsty, I want to drink water.)
informal"解暑 (jiě shǔ)"
To relieve summer heat.
喝绿豆汤可以解暑。(Drinking mung bean soup can relieve summer heat.)
neutral"润喉 (rùn hóu)"
To moisten the throat.
这颗糖可以润喉。(This candy can moisten my throat.)
neutral"口干舌燥 (kǒu gān shé zào)"
Literally, dry mouth and parched tongue; to be extremely thirsty.
他说得口干舌燥。(He talked until his mouth was dry and his tongue was parched.)
neutral"饮水 (yǐn shuǐ)"
To drink water (more formal).
请饮水补充水分。(Please drink water to rehydrate.)
formal"喝水 (hē shuǐ)"
To drink water (common usage).
多喝水对身体好。(Drinking more water is good for your health.)
neutral"解渴饮料 (jiě kě yǐn liào)"
Thirst-quenching drink.
运动后，来一杯解渴饮料吧。(After exercising, have a thirst-quenching drink.)
neutral"一饮而尽 (yī yǐn ér jìn)"
To drink it all in one gulp.
他把杯里的水一饮而尽。(He drank all the water in the cup in one gulp.)
neutralEasily Confused
Both involve drinking water. '喝水' is simply 'to drink water'.
'解渴' focuses on the effect of relieving thirst, while '喝水' describes the action of drinking water, regardless of whether it quenches thirst or not.
我口渴了，要喝水。 (Wǒ kǒu kě le, yào hē shuǐ.) I'm thirsty, I need to drink water. 喝水不能解渴。 (Hē shuǐ bù néng jiě kě.) Drinking water doesn't quench thirst. (Perhaps it's salty water)
Both mean to stop/relieve thirst.
'解渴' is the more common and natural way to express 'to quench thirst' in everyday conversation. '止渴' is more formal or literary, often used in written contexts or to describe a temporary, less effective relief.
这个瓜很甜，可以解渴。 (Zhè ge guā hěn tián, kě yǐ jiě kě.) This melon is very sweet, it can quench thirst. 画饼充饥，望梅止渴。 (Huà bǐng chōng jī, wàng méi zhǐ kě.) Drawing cakes to satisfy hunger, looking at plums to quench thirst. (Figurative: to console oneself with false hopes)
Sounds similar to '解渴' and also relates to thirst.
'消渴' is a medical term for excessive thirst, a symptom often associated with diabetes. It's not about quenching thirst, but rather about the condition of being excessively thirsty.
他患有消渴症。 (Tā huàn yǒu xiāo kě zhèng.) He suffers from diabetes (literally: thirst-eliminating disease).
Both relate to thirst.
'口渴' is an adjective meaning 'thirsty'. '解渴' is a verb meaning 'to quench thirst'. One describes the state, the other describes the action to relieve that state.
我口渴了，想喝点水。 (Wǒ kǒu kě le, xiǎng hē diǎn shuǐ.) I'm thirsty, I want to drink some water.
Both start with '解' (jiě) and involve 'solving' a problem (thirst/poison).
'解' means 'to undo, to solve'. '解渴' is to solve thirst. '解毒' is to solve poison, i.e., to detoxify or cure poison.
这种药可以解毒。 (Zhè zhǒng yào kě yǐ jiě dú.) This medicine can detoxify.
Sentence Patterns
我很渴，想喝水解渴。
I'm very thirsty, I want to drink water to quench my thirst. (我很渴 [I'm very thirsty], 想 [want to], 喝水 [drink water], 解渴 [quench thirst].)
这杯茶可以解渴。
This cup of tea can quench thirst. (这杯茶 [This cup of tea], 可以 [can], 解渴 [quench thirst].)
夏天喝冰水很解渴。
Drinking ice water in summer is very thirst-quenching. (夏天 [summer], 喝 [drink], 冰水 [ice water], 很 [very], 解渴 [thirst-quenching].)
运动后，我需要一些能解渴的饮料。
After exercising, I need some thirst-quenching drinks. (运动后 [after exercising], 我需要 [I need], 一些 [some], 能 [can], 解渴的 [thirst-quenching], 饮料 [drinks].)
没有什么比一杯冰镇西瓜汁更解渴了。
Nothing is more thirst-quenching than a glass of iced watermelon juice. (没有什么比...更...了 [nothing is more...than...], 一杯 [a glass of], 冰镇 [iced], 西瓜汁 [watermelon juice], 解渴 [thirst-quenching].)
光喝水不一定能完全解渴，有时候需要补充电解质。
Just drinking water might not fully quench thirst; sometimes you need to replenish electrolytes. (光 [just], 喝水 [drink water], 不一定 [not necessarily], 能 [can], 完全 [completely], 解渴 [quench thirst], 有时候 [sometimes], 需要 [need to], 补充 [replenish], 电解质 [electrolytes].)
虽然这杯饮料很甜，但并没有真正解渴。
Although this drink is very sweet, it didn't truly quench my thirst. (虽然 [although], 这杯饮料 [this drink], 很甜 [very sweet], 但 [but], 并没 [did not], 真正 [truly], 解渴 [quench thirst].)
他渴望得到知识，就像一个口渴的人渴望解渴一样。
He thirsts for knowledge, just like a thirsty person longs to quench their thirst. (他渴望得到 [he longs to get], 知识 [knowledge], 就像 [just like], 一个 [a], 口渴的人 [thirsty person], 渴望 [longs to], 解渴 [quench thirst], 一样 [as].)
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How to Use It
How to use 解渴 (jiěkě)
解渴 is a verb that directly means 'to quench thirst'. It's commonly used when talking about drinks or food that make you feel less thirsty. You can use it in a simple sentence structure: [Drink/Food] + 解渴.
For example:
- 喝水解渴。 (Hē shuǐ jiěkě.) - Drinking water quenches thirst.
- 西瓜很解渴。 (Xīguā hěn jiěkě.) - Watermelon is very thirst-quenching.
- 这杯茶很解渴。 (Zhè bēi chá hěn jiěkě.) - This cup of tea is very thirst-quenching.
You can also use it in a slightly more complex sentence like:
- 你需要喝点什么解渴吗？ (Nǐ xūyào hē diǎn shénme jiěkě ma?) - Do you need to drink something to quench your thirst?
Common Mistakes with 解渴 (jiěkě)
- Using it like an adjective directly on a person: You wouldn't say someone *is* 解渴. Instead, you'd say they *feel* less thirsty.
- Incorrect: 我很解渴。 (Wǒ hěn jiěkě.) - (Incorrect: I am very thirst-quenching.)
- Correct: 我口渴了，想喝点水解渴。 (Wǒ kǒu kě le, xiǎng hē diǎn shuǐ jiěkě.) - (Correct: I'm thirsty, I want to drink some water to quench my thirst.)
- Confusing it with just 'thirsty': 解渴 is about relieving thirst, not being thirsty. The word for 'thirsty' is 口渴 (kǒukě).
- Incorrect: 我解渴了。 (Wǒ jiěkě le.) - (Incorrect: I am quenched thirst.)
- Correct: 我不口渴了。 (Wǒ bù kǒu kě le.) - (Correct: I am not thirsty anymore.)
- Correct: 这杯水很解渴。 (Zhè bēi shuǐ hěn jiěkě.) - (Correct: This glass of water is very thirst-quenching.)
Tips
Literal Meaning of 解渴
The word 解渴 (jiěkě) literally means to "untie" (解) your "thirst" (渴). Think of thirst as a knot that you're untying with a drink.
Common Usage of 解渴
You'll most often hear this word when someone is talking about drinking something refreshing. For example, 喝水解渴 (hē shuǐ jiěkě) means 'drink water to quench thirst'.
Using 解渴 in a Sentence
A simple way to use it is: 这杯水真解渴 (zhèi bēi shuǐ zhēn jiěkě). This means 'This glass of water really quenches my thirst'.
Beyond Literal Thirst
While primarily for literal thirst, sometimes you might hear it used metaphorically, like to 'satisfy a craving' for information or entertainment. However, stick to literal thirst for now.
Opposite of 解渴
The opposite concept would be something that makes you more thirsty, like salty food. There isn't a direct opposite word in the same way, but it's good to consider context.
Related Word: 渴 (kě)
Remember that 渴 (kě) itself means 'thirsty' or 'thirst'. So if you're thirsty, you can say 我渴了 (wǒ kě le).
Don't Confuse with 饿 (è)
Make sure you don't confuse 渴 (kě) for thirst with 饿 (è) for hunger. They sound similar to new learners, but mean very different things.
Asking if Something Quenches Thirst
You can ask 这个饮料解渴吗？(zhège yǐnliào jiěkě ma?) which means 'Does this drink quench thirst?'
Use with Drinks
You will always use 解渴 with drinks, not food. For example, 果汁很解渴 (guǒzhī hěn jiěkě) means 'Juice is very thirst-quenching'.
Practice with Real Life
Every time you feel thirsty and drink something, think about saying 这真解渴 (zhè zhēn jiěkě) to yourself. This will help you remember it naturally.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'jiě' (解) as 'solve' or 'undo' and 'kě' (渴) as 'thirst'. So, you're 'solving' or 'undoing' your 'thirst'.
Visual Association
Imagine yourself very thirsty, perhaps in a desert, and then taking a big, refreshing gulp of water. Visualize the feeling of your thirst being 'unlocked' or 'solved' by the drink.
Word Web
Challenge
Think about what you usually drink when you're thirsty. How would you say 'I want to drink water to quench my thirst' in Chinese? Try to use 解渴 in a sentence about your favorite drink on a hot day.
Word Origin
The character '解' (jiě) means 'to separate,' 'to untie,' or 'to relieve.' The character '渴' (kě) means 'thirsty.'
Original meaning: The combination literally means 'to relieve thirst.'
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic languages (Chinese)Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, staying hydrated is often emphasized, especially with practices like drinking warm water for health. '解渴' is a common and practical term used daily, whether you're talking about a cold drink on a hot day or a specific beverage known for its thirst-quenching properties. It's a straightforward and widely understood phrase.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
After exercising, you're really thirsty.
- 我口渴死了，得喝点水解渴。
- 运动完喝水最解渴。
- 这个饮料不怎么解渴。
You're walking in the summer heat and need a refreshing drink.
- 大热天的，喝杯冰镇西瓜汁最解渴。
- 有什么能快速解渴的吗？
- 来一瓶冰水，马上解渴。
Someone offers you a drink when you're parched.
- 谢谢，我正口渴，这杯水正好解渴。
- 这汤真解渴。
- 你渴不渴？要不要喝点什么解渴？
You're describing a drink that is particularly good at quenching thirst.
- 这个茶很清爽，很解渴。
- 夏天喝绿豆汤很解渴。
- 这种果汁挺解渴的。
Talking about food that can also help with thirst.
- 吃西瓜能解渴。
- 梨子也可以解渴。
- 有些水果既能充饥又能解渴。
Conversation Starters
"你觉得什么饮料最解渴？ (What drink do you think is the most thirst-quenching?)"
"夏天的时候，你通常喝什么解渴？ (What do you usually drink to quench your thirst in summer?)"
"有没有什么食物你觉得也能解渴？ (Are there any foods you think can also quench thirst?)"
"运动完你喜欢喝什么来解渴？ (What do you like to drink to quench your thirst after exercising?)"
"你最近一次特别口渴是什么时候？喝了什么来解渴？ (When was the last time you were really thirsty? What did you drink to quench your thirst?)"
Journal Prompts
描述一个你曾经感到非常口渴的情景，以及你是如何解渴的。(Describe a situation where you were very thirsty and how you quenched your thirst.)
你认为在炎热的天气里，除了喝水，还有哪些方法可以解渴？(What other ways, besides drinking water, do you think can quench thirst in hot weather?)
写下你最喜欢的几种解渴的食物或饮料，并解释为什么。(Write down your favorite thirst-quenching foods or drinks and explain why.)
想象一下你被困在沙漠中，你最希望有什么能解渴？(Imagine you're stranded in a desert, what would you most wish to have to quench your thirst?)
谈谈对你来说，“解渴”不仅仅是喝水，它还可能意味着什么？(Talk about how, for you, "quenching thirst" might mean more than just drinking water.)
Test Yourself 144 questions
水可以___。
水是用来解渴的。
我很渴，想喝水___。
口渴的时候需要喝水来解渴。
夏天喝冰水很___。
冰水在夏天能很好地解渴。
运动后喝一杯果汁很___。
运动后喝果汁可以解渴。
茶也能___。
茶水也可以用来解渴。
你渴吗？我给你倒水___。
倒水是为了帮助别人解渴。
Choose the correct way to say 'I want to drink water to quench my thirst.'
In Chinese, the action of drinking water comes before the purpose of quenching thirst.
Which drink is usually used to '解渴' (quench thirst) in hot weather?
Ice water is commonly drunk to quench thirst in hot weather.
If you are very thirsty, what would you most likely say you need to do?
'解渴' (jiěkě) directly relates to relieving thirst.
喝茶可以解渴。(Hē chá kěyǐ jiěkě.) Drinking tea can quench thirst.
Yes, many types of tea can help to quench thirst.
吃蛋糕可以解渴。(Chī dàngāo kěyǐ jiěkě.) Eating cake can quench thirst.
No, eating cake is unlikely to quench thirst; it might even make you thirstier.
我很渴，所以我需要解渴。(Wǒ hěn kě, suǒyǐ wǒ xūyào jiěkě.) I am very thirsty, so I need to quench my thirst.
This statement correctly links being thirsty with the need to quench thirst.
The speaker is thirsty and wants to drink water.
This cup of tea can relieve thirst.
Eating more fruit in summer can quench thirst.
Read this aloud:
我口渴了。
Focus: 我 (wǒ) 口 (kǒu) 渴 (kě) 了 (le)
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喝水解渴。
Focus: 喝 (hē) 水 (shuǐ) 解 (jiě) 渴 (kě)
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我需要解渴。
Focus: 我 (wǒ) 需 (xū) 要 (yào) 解 (jiě) 渴 (kě)
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You are very thirsty. What do you want to drink to quench your thirst?
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我想喝水解渴。
Your friend is thirsty. Ask them what they want to drink.
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你想喝什么？
Complete the sentence: 我口渴了，所以我要_______。
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我口渴了，所以我要喝水解渴。
小明为什么喝水？
Read this passage:
小明很口渴。他想喝水。他喝了很多水，所以他不渴了。
小明为什么喝水？
The passage states that Xiao Ming was very thirsty (小明很口渴).
The passage states that Xiao Ming was very thirsty (小明很口渴).
什么可以解渴？
Read this passage:
茶可以解渴。水也可以解渴。你喜欢喝什么？
什么可以解渴？
The passage says '茶可以解渴。水也可以解渴。' (Tea can quench thirst. Water can also quench thirst.)
The passage says '茶可以解渴。水也可以解渴。' (Tea can quench thirst. Water can also quench thirst.)
这个人现在怎么了？
Read this passage:
我今天很忙，没有时间喝水。现在我非常口渴。
这个人现在怎么了？
The passage ends with '现在我非常口渴。' (Now I am very thirsty.)
The passage ends with '现在我非常口渴。' (Now I am very thirsty.)
The correct order is 'I want to drink water to quench thirst.'
The correct order is 'I am very thirsty, I want to quench my thirst.'
The correct order is 'Can this drink quench thirst?'
运动后喝水可以___。
After exercising, drinking water helps to quench thirst.
这杯冰水真___，我感觉好多了。
This glass of iced water is really thirst-quenching. I feel much better.
夏天热的时候，西瓜很___。
When it's hot in summer, watermelon is very thirst-quenching.
他口渴了，找水___。
He's thirsty and looking for water to quench his thirst.
这种饮料不___，反而更渴了。
This drink doesn't quench thirst; instead, it makes me even thirstier.
一碗冰镇绿豆汤最能___。
A bowl of iced mung bean soup is the most thirst-quenching.
Which drink is usually described as 解渴 (jiě kě) in summer?
Cold drinks like ice water are commonly used to quench thirst in summer.
After running, what would someone most likely say they need to 解渴 (jiě kě)?
After running, a drink like juice is needed to quench thirst.
Which of these phrases correctly uses 解渴 (jiě kě)?
解渴 (jiě kě) is used with drinks or food that relieve thirst. Books, stories, and chairs do not quench thirst.
热汤 (rè tāng - hot soup) is usually considered 解渴 (jiě kě) on a hot day.
Hot soup usually makes you feel warmer and is not typically considered thirst-quenching on a hot day.
Drinking plenty of water after eating spicy food can 解渴 (jiě kě).
Water helps to alleviate the burning sensation from spicy food and quench thirst.
Running a marathon will likely make you feel 解渴 (jiě kě).
Running a marathon would make you feel thirsty, not quench your thirst. You would need to drink something to then 解渴 (jiě kě).
You just finished a long walk and are very thirsty. Write a sentence in Chinese about what you need to do to quench your thirst.
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我需要喝水解渴。
Describe a drink that is good for quenching thirst after eating spicy food.
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吃完辣的食物后，喝冰水可以解渴。
Imagine you are explaining to a friend why a certain fruit is good for quenching thirst on a hot day. Write a sentence about it.
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夏天吃西瓜很解渴。
小明喝水是为了什么？
Read this passage:
天气很热，小明跑完步后觉得很渴。他看到桌子上有杯水，马上喝了下去。那杯水让他感到很舒服，完全解渴了。
小明喝水是为了什么？
小明跑完步后觉得很渴，所以他喝水解渴。
小明跑完步后觉得很渴，所以他喝水解渴。
根据短文，医生建议喝什么来解渴？
Read this passage:
夏天到了，很多人喜欢喝冰镇饮料来解渴。但是医生说，喝白开水比饮料更健康，也更能有效解渴。
根据短文，医生建议喝什么来解渴？
医生说，喝白开水比饮料更健康，也更能有效解渴。
医生说，喝白开水比饮料更健康，也更能有效解渴。
小李现在最需要什么？
Read this passage:
小李在沙漠里迷路了，他已经两天没喝水了。他非常口渴，急切地想找到水来解渴。
小李现在最需要什么？
小李两天没喝水，非常口渴，所以他最需要水来解渴。
小李两天没喝水，非常口渴，所以他最需要水来解渴。
This sentence means 'Water can quench thirst.' The common structure is Subject + Verb + Object.
This sentence means 'I'm thirsty, I want to quench my thirst.' '口渴' (kǒu kě) means thirsty. The structure follows a cause and effect relationship.
This sentence means 'He likes to drink tea to quench his thirst.' The action '喝茶' (hē chá) comes before the purpose '解渴'.
运动后，喝一杯水最能___。
After exercising, drinking a glass of water is the best way to 'quench thirst'. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. The other options do not fit the context: '解闷' (jiěmèn) means to relieve boredom, '解气' (jiěqì) means to vent anger, and '解决' (jiějué) means to solve.
夏天出汗多，你需要多喝水来___。
In summer, you sweat a lot, so you need to drink more water to 'quench thirst'. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. '解开' (jiěkāi) means to untie/unfold, '解说' (jiěshuō) means to explain, and '解约' (jiěyuē) means to terminate a contract.
这杯冰镇果汁真是___，一口气喝完了。
This iced fruit juice is really 'thirst-quenching', I drank it all in one gulp. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. '解闷' (jiěmèn) means to relieve boredom, '解毒' (jiědú) means to detoxify, and '解压' (jiěyā) means to relieve stress.
爬山以后，他感到口干舌燥，急需一杯水来___。
After climbing the mountain, he felt parched and urgently needed a glass of water to 'quench his thirst'. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. '解剖' (jiěpōu) means to dissect, '解构' (jiěgòu) means to deconstruct, and '解答' (jiědá) means to answer/solve.
吃完辣的食物后，喝点凉茶很___。
After eating spicy food, drinking some herbal tea is very 'thirst-quenching'. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. '解散' (jiěsàn) means to dismiss/disband, '解释' (jiěshì) means to explain, and '解雇' (jiěgù) means to fire/dismiss.
这种饮料不仅味道好，还能有效地___。
This drink not only tastes good but can also effectively 'quench thirst'. '解渴' (jiěkě) means to quench thirst. '解套' (jiětào) means to get out of a predicament, '解围' (jiěwéi) means to relieve a siege, and '解冻' (jiědòng) means to thaw/unfreeze.
You've just finished a long walk on a hot day. Write a sentence about what you need to do to feel better, using '解渴'.
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我走了很长时间，现在非常口渴，需要喝水解渴。
Imagine you're recommending a drink to a friend who is very thirsty. Write a sentence suggesting a drink that would '解渴'.
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你口渴吗？这杯冰茶很解渴。
Describe a situation where a simple glass of water is the best way to '解渴'.
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剧烈运动之后，一杯白开水是最好的解渴方式。
根据这段文字，夏天人们为什么喜欢喝冰水？
Read this passage:
夏天的时候，天气很热，大家都喜欢喝冰水。冰水可以很快地解渴，让人感觉舒服。但是，喝太多冰水对身体不好。
根据这段文字，夏天人们为什么喜欢喝冰水？
文章中提到 '冰水可以很快地解渴'。
文章中提到 '冰水可以很快地解渴'。
运动后，哪种饮料最能有效地解渴？
Read this passage:
运动后出汗很多，感到非常口渴。这时候，一杯柠檬水或者纯净水都能很好地解渴。避免喝含糖饮料，因为它们可能会让你更口渴。
运动后，哪种饮料最能有效地解渴？
文章中明确指出 '一杯柠檬水或者纯净水都能很好地解渴'。
文章中明确指出 '一杯柠檬水或者纯净水都能很好地解渴'。
在沙漠中，水有什么作用？
Read this passage:
在沙漠中旅行，水是生命。一小口水就能让人感到希望，因为它能暂时解渴。但是，长时间的缺水会导致严重的后果。
在沙漠中，水有什么作用？
文章中提到 '一小口水就能让人感到希望，因为它能暂时解渴'。
文章中提到 '一小口水就能让人感到希望，因为它能暂时解渴'。
在炎热的夏天，没有什么比冰镇西瓜更能___了。
The sentence talks about a hot summer day and iced watermelon, which is typically used to quench thirst.
徒步旅行后，他大口喝水，希望能尽快___。
After hiking, drinking water is for quenching thirst.
这种果汁味道很好，而且特别___，是运动后的最佳选择。
A drink that is good after exercise is typically for quenching thirst.
沙漠中，一滴水都可能___一个人的生命。
In a desert, water is crucial for quenching thirst and sustaining life.
她觉得口干舌燥，急需一杯凉茶来___。
Feeling thirsty and needing a cold drink points to quenching thirst.
运动饮料可以快速补充水分，帮助运动员___。
Sports drinks are designed to rehydrate and quench thirst for athletes.
Choose the best phrase to complete the sentence: “炎热的夏天，没有什么比冰镇西瓜更能_____。”
The sentence talks about a hot summer day and iced watermelon, which is typically used to quench thirst.
Which drink is most likely to “解渴” after a long run?
After a long run, you'd be thirsty, and iced water is best for quenching thirst.
A person says, “我跑完步之后感觉很渴，需要喝点什么来解渴。” What do they want to do?
The phrase “喝点什么来解渴” directly means 'drink something to quench thirst'.
吃火锅的时候喝冰啤酒能解渴。
While eating hotpot, people often drink cold beverages like iced beer to counter the heat and quench thirst.
冬天喝热茶不是为了解渴。
While hot tea provides warmth in winter, it also serves to hydrate and quench thirst, especially in dry environments.
吃很辣的食物后，喝牛奶不能解渴。
Milk can actually help soothe the burning sensation from spicy food and, in that sense, provides a form of relief that can be considered 'quenching' a different kind of 'thirst' or discomfort.
What is most thirst-quenching after exercise?
What does the speaker like to drink in summer to quench thirst?
How does the speaker feel about the lemonade?
Read this aloud:
口渴的时候，你通常喝什么解渴？
Focus: 解渴
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请你用“解渴”造一个句子。
Focus: 解渴
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你觉得什么饮料最解渴？为什么？
Focus: 解渴
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This sentence expresses the feeling of being very thirsty and needing to quench that thirst. The structure follows a common pattern of stating a condition and then a need.
This sentence describes how a glass of iced water truly quenched one's thirst. '真' (zhēn) is used to emphasize the effectiveness.
This sentence suggests that drinking herbal tea is the best way to quench thirst in summer. '最好的方法' (zuì hǎo de fāngfǎ) means 'the best method'.
在炎热的夏天，没有什么比一杯冰镇柠檬水更___了。
这句话描述了冰镇柠檬水在夏天能让人感到清爽，所以“解渴”是正确的选择。
经过长途跋涉，他急需一些水来___。
“长途跋涉”会让人感到口渴，因此需要水来“解渴”。
这种果汁味道清甜，非常___。
清甜的果汁通常具有“解渴”的功效。
运动后，喝点电解质饮料可以有效___，补充水分。
运动后会大量出汗，因此需要饮料来“解渴”和补充水分。
她吃了太多的辣食，现在只想找杯水___。
吃了辣食通常会感到口渴，需要水来“解渴”。
在沙漠中，一滴水也能___。
在沙漠中，水是稀缺资源，一滴水也能暂时“解渴”。
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: 运动后一杯冰水最能___。
After exercise, a glass of iced water is best for 'quenching thirst' (解渴). The other options mean 'to relieve hunger', 'to solve', and 'to explain' respectively.
Which of the following drinks is most effective at ___ in a hot summer day?
On a hot summer day, drinks are usually consumed to 'quench thirst' (解渴). The other options mean 'to refresh', 'cool and refreshing', and 'warm' respectively.
When you are very thirsty, what do you want to do most?
When very thirsty, the most desired action is to 'quench thirst' (解渴). The other options mean 'to eat', 'to sleep', and 'to watch TV'.
喝一杯热咖啡能很好地解渴。
Hot coffee generally does not 'quench thirst' effectively; cold water or juice would be better. (Drinking a cup of hot coffee can quench thirst very well.)
夏天吃西瓜可以解渴。
Watermelon is known for its high water content and is often eaten in summer to 'quench thirst'. (Eating watermelon in summer can quench thirst.)
当你感到口渴时，应该避免喝水以解渴。
When thirsty, one should drink water to 'quench thirst', not avoid it. (When you feel thirsty, you should avoid drinking water to quench your thirst.)
What is most thirst-quenching after exercise?
What did the speaker find thirst-quenching?
What does the speaker drink to quench thirst in summer?
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跑完马拉松后，他感觉口干舌燥，急需一杯水解渴。
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这种果汁酸甜可口，特别解渴。
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登山后，一瓶矿泉水足以解渴。
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Imagine you've just finished a long, strenuous hike on a hot day. Describe what you would crave to drink and why it would be the perfect choice to '解渴' (quench your thirst). Elaborate on the sensation of thirst and the relief the drink would bring.
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在炎热的天气里长途徒步之后，我一定会非常口渴。我最渴望的是一杯冰镇的柠檬水，它不仅冰凉爽口，酸甜的味道也能立刻刺激我的味蕾，让我感到精神一振。柠檬中的维生素C还能补充我流失的能量，这种饮料真的非常解渴，能让我从内到外都感受到凉爽和舒服。那种从极度口渴到痛饮后的畅快感，真是无法形容。
Discuss a common situation in your daily life where you find yourself needing to '解渴'. Describe the scenario in detail, including what causes your thirst and what kind of beverage you typically choose to alleviate it. Explain why that particular beverage is effective.
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在我的日常生活中，最常需要解渴的场景就是长时间的工作会议。我经常需要发言，一连几个小时的讨论下来，喉咙就会感到非常干燥，口渴难耐。这时，我通常会选择喝一杯温热的绿茶。绿茶的清香不仅能提神醒脑，它的温润也能很好地滋润我的喉咙，迅速缓解口渴感。相比冰水，温茶对我的胃也更友好，而且它的回甘也能让我在会议中保持专注。
You are writing a review for a new beverage that claims to be exceptionally good at '解渴'. Write a short paragraph evaluating its effectiveness. Mention its taste, temperature, and overall effect on your thirst, using specific adjectives.
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这款新推出的椰子水饮料真的名不虚传，它在解渴方面表现出色。它的口感非常清爽，没有过多的甜腻感，入口是天然的椰子清香。我尝试的是冷藏款，冰凉的温度让每一口都带着沁人心脾的凉意。仅仅几口，我便觉得口腔和喉咙的干涩感迅速消失，身体也因此感到轻松和舒畅。这款饮料不仅能有效解渴，还能带来一种热带风情的愉悦感，绝对是我近期发现的最佳解渴饮品。
小明最终找到什么来有效地“解渴”？
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运动会后，小明感到前所未有的口渴。他尝试了各种饮料，但总觉得少了点什么。直到他喝到了一杯加了柠檬的冰镇矿泉水，那股清凉和酸爽瞬间让他精神一振，所有的疲惫和燥热似乎都随之消散。他不禁感叹道："这才是真正解渴的感觉！"他觉得身体里的每一个细胞都在欢呼。
小明最终找到什么来有效地“解渴”？
根据文章，“他喝到了一杯加了柠檬的冰镇矿泉水，那股清凉和酸爽瞬间让他精神一振”，这表明他最终找到了加了柠檬的冰镇矿泉水来解渴。
根据文章，“他喝到了一杯加了柠檬的冰镇矿泉水，那股清凉和酸爽瞬间让他精神一振”，这表明他最终找到了加了柠檬的冰镇矿泉水来解渴。
根据文章，为什么运动饮料在高温环境下被认为是更有效的“解渴”选择？
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炎炎夏日，户外工作者最需要的就是一杯能够迅速解渴的饮品。普通的矿泉水虽然能补充水分，但在高温环境下，可能无法带来那种彻底的清凉感。一些带有电解质的运动饮料，因为能补充因出汗流失的盐分，往往被认为是更有效的解渴选择。此外，中医理论中，某些凉性花草茶也有很好的清热解渴功效。
根据文章，为什么运动饮料在高温环境下被认为是更有效的“解渴”选择？
文章提到“一些带有电解质的运动饮料，因为能补充因出汗流失的盐分，往往被认为是更有效的解渴选择”。
文章提到“一些带有电解质的运动饮料，因为能补充因出汗流失的盐分，往往被认为是更有效的解渴选择”。
王先生对那杯草药饮品“解渴”的功效有何评价？
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旅行途中，王先生发现自己在一个偏远的小镇上迷路了。口干舌燥的他急需找到水源。他看到一家不起眼的小店，店主递给他一杯用当地草药熬制的饮品。虽然味道有些奇特，但喝下去后，一股清凉从喉咙直达胃部，身体的疲惫感也减轻了许多。王先生惊喜地发现，这杯看似普通的草药饮品竟然比他平时喝的任何饮料都更能解渴，而且还带来一种独特的舒适感。
王先生对那杯草药饮品“解渴”的功效有何评价？
文章明确指出“王先生惊喜地发现，这杯看似普通的草药饮品竟然比他平时喝的任何饮料都更能解渴”。
文章明确指出“王先生惊喜地发现，这杯看似普通的草药饮品竟然比他平时喝的任何饮料都更能解渴”。
This sentence means 'When you are thirsty, a glass of ice water is the best thirst quencher.' The structure starts with the time clause, followed by the subject and then the predicate.
This translates to 'After strenuous exercise, it's very important to drink water promptly to quench your thirst.' The sentence emphasizes the importance of timely hydration.
The sentence means 'This summer, watermelon is my best fruit for quenching thirst.' It identifies watermelon as the preferred option for hydration.
在炎热的夏天，没有什么比一杯冰镇柠檬水更_______了。
这句话描述了冰镇柠檬水在夏天能让人感到舒适，对应“解渴”的意思。
长时间的徒步旅行后，他感到口干舌燥，急需一些水来_______。
根据语境，徒步旅行后口渴，需要水来“解渴”。
这种果汁味道甘甜，非常适合_______，尤其是在运动之后。
运动后会口渴，甘甜的果汁能够“解渴”。
沙漠中，一滴水也能_______，让人感到生命的希望。
在沙漠中，水是用来“解渴”的。
他工作了一整天，嗓子都快冒烟了，一杯冰茶正好能_______。
嗓子冒烟表示非常口渴，冰茶能够“解渴”。
旅行途中，清凉的泉水是最天然、最有效的_______方式。
清凉的泉水主要功能是“解渴”。
以下哪种饮料最能解渴？(Which of the following drinks is best for quenching thirst?)
水是最好的解渴饮品。 (Water is the best drink for quenching thirst.)
在炎热的天气里，什么最能帮助你解渴？ (In hot weather, what helps quench your thirst the most?)
一杯冷饮可以帮助你解渴。 (A cold drink can help you quench your thirst.)
长时间运动后，身体会感到口渴，此时最需要什么来解渴？ (After prolonged exercise, the body feels thirsty. What is most needed to quench thirst at this time?)
运动后身体需要补充水分来解渴。 (After exercise, the body needs to replenish water to quench thirst.)
口渴时喝啤酒是最好的解渴方式。(Drinking beer is the best way to quench thirst when you are thirsty.)
啤酒有利尿作用，可能导致身体失水，不是最好的解渴方式。(Beer has a diuretic effect, which may lead to dehydration and is not the best way to quench thirst.)
在非常口渴的时候，一次性喝下大量的水能有效解渴。(When extremely thirsty, drinking a large amount of water all at once can effectively quench thirst.)
一次性喝大量水可能导致身体不适，应少量多次饮用。(Drinking a large amount of water at once may cause discomfort; it's better to drink small amounts frequently.)
吃含水量高的水果可以帮助解渴。(Eating fruits with high water content can help quench thirst.)
许多水果含有大量水分，是解渴的好选择。(Many fruits contain a lot of water and are a good choice for quenching thirst.)
After exercising, a glass of ice water is the most thirst-quenching.
Eating watermelon in summer not only quenches thirst but also replenishes water.
In the desert, even a small sip of water can temporarily quench thirst.
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我需要一些能解渴的饮料。
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这种果汁非常解渴，特别适合夏天。
Focus: fēi cháng jiě kě
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口渴的时候，喝茶也能解渴。
Focus: kǒu kě de shí hou, hē chá yě néng jiě kě
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This sentence describes how a cold watermelon truly quenches thirst in the summer. The correct order is to start with '这个夏天' (this summer), then '的冰镇西瓜' (the iced watermelon), followed by '真是太解渴了' (is truly too thirst-quenching).
This sentence means 'Drinking a glass of cold water after exercise is the most thirst-quenching.' The structure starts with the action '运动后' (after exercise), followed by '喝一杯凉水' (drink a glass of cold water), and then '最能解渴' (is the most thirst-quenching).
This sentence conveys that 'Finding a water source in the desert is the only way to quench thirst.' It begins with the location '在沙漠里' (in the desert), then the action '找到水源' (finding a water source), and finally '是唯一能解渴的方法' (is the only way to quench thirst).
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Literal Meaning of 解渴
The word 解渴 (jiěkě) literally means to "untie" (解) your "thirst" (渴). Think of thirst as a knot that you're untying with a drink.
Common Usage of 解渴
You'll most often hear this word when someone is talking about drinking something refreshing. For example, 喝水解渴 (hē shuǐ jiěkě) means 'drink water to quench thirst'.
Using 解渴 in a Sentence
A simple way to use it is: 这杯水真解渴 (zhèi bēi shuǐ zhēn jiěkě). This means 'This glass of water really quenches my thirst'.
Beyond Literal Thirst
While primarily for literal thirst, sometimes you might hear it used metaphorically, like to 'satisfy a craving' for information or entertainment. However, stick to literal thirst for now.
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一斤
B1Half a kilogram; a Chinese unit of weight (approx. 500g).
一袋
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少一点儿
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