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“moisten” in Chinese

Chinese

Also滋润 (zī rùn)

Pronunciation

Pinyinrùn

Example

这药可以润喉咙。zhè yào ké yǐ rùn hóu lóng

This medicine can moisten the throat.

Illustration for 润 (moisten)

How to say “moisten” in Chinese

“Moisten” in Chinese is 润 (rùn).

Adds moisture so something dry becomes supple and smooth, whether it is a throat, a surface, or writing.

Full entry for 润: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 润

冬季多喝水可以从内到外润肤。dōng jì duō hē shuǐ ké yǐ cóng nèi dào wài rùn fū

Drinking plenty of water in winter can moisturize the skin from the inside out.

Tips for using 润

  • The object often identifies the sense: a throat or skin points to physical care, while a text points to polishing, so context matters more than one fixed English equivalent.

Other Chinese words for “moisten”

春雨滋润了农田。chūn yǔ zī rùn le nóng tián

Spring rain moistened the farmland.

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