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食欲 (shí yù) — use 胃口 when emphasizing personal preference or taste, while 食欲 focuses more on the physiological aspect of hunger.
This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in dining situations. Be cautious not to confuse 胃口 with 饥饿 (jī è), which specifically means 'hunger.' Common collocations include '有胃口' (yǒu wèi kǒu - have an appetite) and '没胃口' (méi wèi kǒu - have no appetite).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 胃口 connects to other food-related vocabulary, making it crucial for students to learn in dining contexts. Focus on using it in sentences about personal experiences with food to reinforce its meaning.
Learners often mistakenly use 胃口 to mean 'hunger' instead of 'appetite.' For example, saying '我很胃口' (Wǒ hěn wèi kǒu) instead of '我很饿' (Wǒ hěn è) to express hunger.
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How to say appetite in Chinese
“appetite” in Chinese is胃口
The term 胃口 (wèi kǒu) refers to one's appetite or desire for food. It can also indicate a liking or preference for certain types of food or flavors in various contexts, such as when discussing dining experiences or personal tastes.
When to use 胃口
This word is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in dining situations. Be cautious not to confuse 胃口 with 饥饿 (jī è), which specifically means 'hunger.' Common collocations include '有胃口' (yǒu wèi kǒu - have an appetite) and '没胃口' (méi wèi kǒu - have no appetite).
胃口 or something close to it
食欲 (shí yù) — use 胃口 when emphasizing personal preference or taste, while 食欲 focuses more on the physiological aspect of hunger.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 胃口 to mean 'hunger' instead of 'appetite.' For example, saying '我很胃口' (Wǒ hěn wèi kǒu) instead of '我很饿' (Wǒ hěn è) to express hunger.
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Grammar Patterns of 胃口
胃口 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____不好，这可不像你了。
It's not like you to be off your food.
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You can say '你有胃口吗？' (Nǐ yǒu wèi kǒu ma?) to inquire about someone's appetite.
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