B1verb 3K

Drench

🇬🇧 UK //drɛnʧ// 🇺🇸 US //drɛnʧ//

Meaning of Drench

To wet thoroughly or soak something completely.

In simple words: to soak or make something very wet

Drench in a sentence

• The heavy rain will drench anyone caught outside without an umbrella.
• Don't forget to drench the plants with water during the hot summer.
• The spilled drink will drench the tablecloth if we don't clean it quickly.
• I got drenched when I walked home in the pouring rain.
• The firefighters drenched the burning building to control the flames.

How to use Drench

Commonly used to describe getting wet from rain or liquids. It can be used informally in conversational contexts.

Grammar pattern

drench + object

Memory hint

Imagine someone drenched in rain, soaked from head to toe.

Related words

Collocations with Drench

• drench with water
• drench in rain
• drench the soil

Synonyms for Drench

• soak
• saturate
• wet

Opposites of Drench

• dry
• dehydrate

Common mistakes with Drench

• Confusing with 'drip' which means to let drops fall.
• Using 'drench' intransitively (it needs an object).

Frequently asked questions about Drench

What does Drench mean?

to soak or make something very wet

What is the definition of Drench?

To wet thoroughly or soak something completely.

How do you use Drench in a sentence?

The heavy rain will drench anyone caught outside without an umbrella.

Can you give another example of Drench?

Don't forget to drench the plants with water during the hot summer.

What are synonyms for Drench?

Common alternatives include soak, saturate, wet.

What is the opposite of Drench?

Opposite meanings include dry, dehydrate.

What words go with Drench?

It commonly pairs with drench with water, drench in rain, drench the soil.

What are common mistakes when using Drench?

Confusing with 'drip' which means to let drops fall. Using 'drench' intransitively (it needs an object).

How do you pronounce Drench?

US: //drɛnʧ//, UK: //drɛnʧ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drench?

Commonly used to describe getting wet from rain or liquids. It can be used informally in conversational contexts.

What CEFR level is Drench?

"Drench" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.