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March 24, 2026
酗酒xùjiǔ(xu4jiu3)
酗酒 refers to the act of drinking alcohol excessively or heavily, often leading to drunkenness. This term is commonly used in contexts discussing alcohol abuse or addiction, emphasizing the negative consequences of such behavior.
Frequency#4098DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussions about alcohol consumption can be sensitive, especially concerning family reputation and social standing. Excessive drinking is often seen as a personal failing, reflecting broader societal values around moderation and responsibility.
Memory Tip
Think of 酗 (xù) as a 'sue' for drinking too much, where '酒' (jiǔ) clearly means 'alcohol'. Visualize someone being sued for heavy drinking, which sticks in your mind as both the action of excessive drinking and the concept of consequences.
Meanings of 酗酒
xùjiǔ(xu4jiu3)
1heavy drinking
2to get drunk
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About 酗酒
酗酒Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4098Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
酗酒 (xùjiǔ) vs 喝酒 (hējiǔ): use 酗酒 when referring to excessive drinking with negative consequences, while 喝酒 simply means to drink alcohol, without the implication of excess.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 酗 (xù) as a 'sue' for drinking too much, where '酒' (jiǔ) clearly means 'alcohol'. Visualize someone being sued for heavy drinking, which sticks in your mind as both the action of excessive drinking and the concept of consequences.
Usage Notes
酗酒 is typically used in a negative context, so it's important to avoid using it in informal settings or light-hearted conversations. Be mindful of the tone; using it to describe someone’s drinking habits can come across as judgmental.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 酗酒 connects with various vocabulary related to health and lifestyle, such as 健康 (jiànkāng, health) and 嗜好 (shìhào, hobby). Focus on understanding its implications in discussions about health and social issues.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussions about alcohol consumption can be sensitive, especially concerning family reputation and social standing. Excessive drinking is often seen as a personal failing, reflecting broader societal values around moderation and responsibility.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 酗酒 with 喝酒, mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我酗酒每周' (I drink every week) should be corrected to '我每周喝酒' (I drink alcohol every week) unless implying excessive drinking.
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Grammar Patterns of 酗酒
酗酒 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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他现在正为____付出沉重的代价。
He drank too much and is paying dearly for it.
Example Sentences for 酗酒 (10)
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他现在正为酗酒付出沉重的代价。
tā xiàn zài zhèng wéi xù jiǔ fù chū chén zhòng de dài jià。
He drank too much and is paying dearly for it.
2
他以极大的勇气承认自己酗酒。
tā yǐ jí dà de yǒng qì chéng rèn zì jǐ xù jiǔ。
He showed great courage by admitting that he is an alcoholic.
3
他个人的心魔让他多年以来酗酒度日。
tā gè rén de xīn mó ràng tā duō nián yǐ lái xù jiǔ dù rì。
His private demons drove him to drink excessively for many years.
4
许多人都患有能够辨识的酗酒、吸毒或心理障碍。
xǔ duō rén dū huàn yǒu néng gòu biàn shí de xù jiǔ、 、 xī dú huò xīn lǐ zhàng。
Many suffered from a definable alcohol, drug, or mental disorder.
5
孕妇酗酒可能会危及腹中胎儿。
yùn fù xù jiǔ kě néng huì wēi jí fù zhōng tāi ér。
Pregnant women who are heavy drinkers risk damaging the unborn foetus.
In 1985, he began to show signs of alcohol and drug dependency.
8
设置“理智饮酒日”的主要目的是让人们了解酗酒的恶果。
shè zhì“ “ lǐ zhì yǐn jiǔ” rì ” de zhǔ yào mù de shì ràng rén mén le jiě xù jiǔ de。
Drinkwise Day is mainly designed to educate people about the destructive effects of alcohol abuse.
9
他的事业一落千丈,开始酗酒吸毒以寻求慰借.
tā de shì yè yī luò qiān zhàng, , kāi shǐ xù jiǔ xī dú yǐ xún qiú wèi.
His career took a nosedive and he turned to drink and drugs for solace.
10
这只是为让那些酗酒者戒酒所尝试的方法之一。
zhè zhī shì wéi ràng nà xiē xù jiǔ zhě jiè jiǔ suǒ cháng shì de fāng fǎ zhī yī。
This is but one of the methods used to try and get alcoholics to give up drink.
Cultural Notes for 酗酒
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, discussions about alcohol consumption can be sensitive, especially concerning family reputation and social standing. Excessive drinking is often seen as a personal failing, reflecting broader societal values around moderation and responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions about 酗酒
喝酒 (hē jiǔ) simply means 'to drink alcohol,' while 酗酒 implies drinking to excess or irresponsibly.
Yes, it can be used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about health or social issues related to alcohol consumption.
It's used less frequently in casual conversations and more in discussions about addiction or health issues.
