yǐn

common

Meaning of

饮 means to drink; to swallow (liquid); to imbibe; beverage; drinkable liquid; refreshments. Pronounced yǐn.

  • to drink; to swallow (liquid); to imbibe
  • beverage; drinkable liquid; refreshments
  • medicinal decoction; liquid medicine

Character Info

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Definitions & Examples

kǒu
le
 
zhèng
zài
kǒu
yǐn
shuǐ
 

He was thirsty and is drinking water in big gulps.

men
huì
shí
jīng
cháng
tòng
yǐn
 

They often drink to their hearts' content when they gather.

Zhè
jiā
cān
tīng
de
yǐn
shí
hěn
yǒu
 

The food and drink at this restaurant are very distinctive.

men
yīng
gāi
yǐn
shuǐ
yuán
 
yào
wàng
bāng
zhù
guò
men
de
rén
 

We should be grateful and not forget those who have helped us.

shēng
jiàn
shǎo
yǐn
fēi
 

The doctor advised him to drink less coffee.