濕 (shī) - Wet — moist, damp, humid & to moisten, to soak

濕Tone 1

shī ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

濕 · shī

Wet — moist, damp, humid;

to moisten, to soak;

also refers to a state of being saturated with liquid.

Wet — moist, damp, humidto moisten, to soakalso refers to a state of being saturated

Usage highlights

WetHumidMoistDampSoaking wetWetland

Synonyms

  • 潮— moist, damp, tidal
  • 潤— moist, smooth, lubricated

Antonyms

  • 乾— dry, arid
  • 燥— dry, parched

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The towel is wet (濕毛巾).
  • The climate here is humid (潮濕的氣候).
  • Be careful not to get the documents wet (小心別把文件弄濕).
  • The ground is still damp after the rain (雨後地面仍然濕潤).

Collocations

  • Wet(濕)
  • Humid(潮濕)
  • Moist(濕潤)
  • Damp(濕氣)
  • Soaking wet(濕透)
  • Wetland(濕地)

Idioms

  • Wet behind the ears(乳臭未乾)
  • Drag through mud and water(拖泥帶水)
  • Long drought meets sweet rain(久旱逢甘霖)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, excessive dampness (濕氣) is considered a pathogenic factor that can cause various health issues.
  • The character appears in environmental terms like wetland (濕地), emphasizing ecological importance.
  • In calligraphy and painting, controlling moisture (濕度) is crucial for proper ink flow and brushwork.

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