This is the 3083rd most frequent Chinese word.

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Sour.


'酸' here describes the taste and indicates that it is tangy or tart.

这些柠檬好酸啊!

These lemons are so sour!


'酸' here describes a feeling in the body, indicating soreness or aching muscles.

最近工作太多,感觉肩膀有点酸。

Recently, I've been working too much and my shoulders feel a bit sore.


'酸' here is metaphorical, describing an emotional feeling such as jealousy or bitterness.

他说的话让我觉得酸酸的。

His words made me feel a bit jealous.