Chinese · Adjectives
渴
kě
Thirsty
Beginneradjective
Definition
Wanting or needing to drink.
Example
我很渴，想喝水。
I am thirsty and want to drink water.
Etymology
'渴' (kě) originates from characters that describe the act of yearning for liquid, reflecting the basic human need for water. Its historical usage relates to physical thirst but can also denote a deep desire for something.
How & Where It’s Used
'渴' (kě) is generally used in spoken language and is informal, predominantly to describe personal feelings of thirst. It is recognized across regions without significant variation.