LoginDrink vs. Sip
Both verbs refer to the act of taking fluids and swallowing them, but they refer to different quantity and speed in the act. Follow the lesson to find out more.
Both 'drink' and 'sip' are concerned with the act of taking a liquid into your mouth and swallowing it. However, 'drink' is a more general verb, while 'sip' refers to taking liquids slowly and in small portions. This lesson will clarify this difference between the two verbs.
Difference in Quantity and Speed
To 'drink' something refers to the act of consuming a liquid by taking in a significant amount at once and swallowing it, often to satisfy your thirst. To 'sip' something, on the other hand, refers to the act of consuming a liquid by taking in a small amount at a time, often done slowly to appreciate the taste, temperature, or other sensory aspects of the beverage. Here are some examples:
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