How to Say "Water" in Khmer
The most natural way to say "Water" in Khmer is ទឹក. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use the word 'ទឹក' in everyday conversations when talking about drinking, cooking, or any context involving water. It is a basic and essential word in Khmer. You can also use it when ordering drinks or discussing water sources.
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Examples in Khmer
| Khmer | English |
|---|---|
| ខ្ញុំចង់ផឹកទឹក។ | I want to drink water. |
| ទឹកនៅក្នុងកញ្ចក់ស្អាតណាស់។ | The water in the glass is very clean. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 'ទឹក' and 'ទឹកស្អាត'?
'ទឹក' means water in general, while 'ទឹកស្អាត' specifically refers to clean water.
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