Definition of the word drinkable

Pronunciation of vocabulary drinkable

drinkableadjective

có thể uống được

/ˈdrɪŋkəbl//ˈdrɪŋkəbl/

Origin of the word drinkable

The first recorded use of "drinkable" in English was in the 1380s, as a descriptive term to describe something that is suitable or fit for drinking. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the idea of something being palatable or enjoyable to drink. In modern English, "drinkable" is often used to describe beverages that are safe and pleasurable to consume, such as "this water is drinkable" or "this wine is drinkable." So the next time you reach for a refreshing glass of lemonade, just remember that the word "drinkable" has been quenching thirst for centuries!

Vocabulary summary drinkable

typeadjective

meaningdrinkable

typenoun, (usually) plural

meaningdrinks, drinks

Example of vocabulary drinkablenamespace

meaning

clean and safe to drink

sạch và an toàn để uống

meaning

pleasant to drink

dễ uống

  • a very drinkable wine

    một loại rượu rất dễ uống

Words, synonyms, related vocabulary drinkable

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