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Definition
Thirsty; having a dry mouth and wanting to drink water.
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How it's used
While 渴 is understood, native speakers almost exclusively use 口渴 to describe the physical sensation of thirst. Using 渴 alone can sound slightly literary or incomplete in casual conversation. Adding the 口 prefix makes the expression sound natural and balanced.
Examples
I am so thirsty, I want to drink an iced lemon tea.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake 渴 for 餓, which means hungry. Remember that 渴 relates to water intake, while 餓 relates to food.
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