No. 2,935 in Chinese
浸泡
"浸泡" means "to soak" or "to immerse in liquid."
In a sentence
我把茶叶浸泡在热水里。
I soaked the tea leaves in hot water.
In this sentence, '浸泡' (soak) is used to describe the action of immersing tea leaves in hot water for preparation, showcasing its usage in a culinary context.
木材需要浸泡以防止开裂。
The wood needs to be soaked to prevent cracking.
Here, '浸泡' describes the process of treating materials (wood) by soaking them, emphasizing its application in preserving or preparing objects.
她喜欢在浴缸里浸泡以放松自己。
She likes soaking in the bathtub to relax.
In this instance, '浸泡' is used to describe the act of immersing oneself in water for relaxation, highlighting its application in a personal care situation.
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