冷水 | Chinese meaning

冷水【lěng shuǐ】

HSK 6

cold water
unboiled water
fig. not yet ready (of plans)

Generated definitions (experimental)

cold water

This meaning refers to water that has a low temperature, typically below room temperature. It can be used in various contexts, especially when discussing beverages or temperature requirements.

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This glass of cold water is very refreshing.

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It’s really hot, I want to drink some cold water.

unboiled water

This meaning signifies water that has not been heated to boiling point. It is often used in contexts involving cooking or drinking, where boiled water is preferred for safety or taste reasons.

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Please ensure the water is boiled before use.

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You can soak the vegetables in unboiled water, but remember to wash them first.

fig. not yet ready (of plans)

This figurative meaning relates to plans or ideas that are still in the early stages and not fully developed. It emphasizes the state of being unprepared or incomplete.

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His plan is still in the early stages and not yet mature.

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We cannot rush into this project; it is still in the early planning phase.

Generated collocations (experimental)

cold showerto drink cold watercold water dispensercold water bottlecold-water fishto soak in cold waterto rinse with cold watercold water beverageto pour cold water on the plan (to discourage or dissuade)to cool down with cold water (to give a reminder to remain calm)to put the plan on the back burner (figuratively not ready)