LoginDrink vs. Sip
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:
She drank the entire bottle of water after running the marathon.
He drank a cup of coffee to wake himself up in the morning.
He sipped his coffee to test the temperature before drinking it.
She sat on the porch, sipping at her hot cocoa.
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