干燥
gān zàoadjective★Intermediate💡 dry
general
Lacking moisture or humidity; not wet.
这个地区的气候非常干燥。
The climate in this region is very dry.
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Commonly used to describe weather conditions, environments, or objects that lack moisture.
general
To dry something out; to remove moisture.
太阳把衣服晒干燥了。
The sun dried the clothes.
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Used as a verb to describe the process of drying.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'干燥' is often used to describe weather, skin, or environments that lack moisture.
⚡Gold Rule
Verb Usage
When used as a verb, it typically follows the structure: 主语 + 使/让 + 宾语 + 干燥 (e.g., 太阳把衣服晒干燥了).
📖Word Origin
Composed of '干' (dry) and '燥' (parched), both characters convey the idea of lacking moisture.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used as an adjective to describe things or as a verb to describe the action of drying. Often used in meteorological contexts.
Word Breakdown
干
dry
root燥
parched
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