soaked up

UK
/səʊkt ʌp/
US
/soʊkt ʌp/

Translations

soak upverb

soaked up

Past Simple

soaked up
Past Simple
soaked up
Past Participle
soaking up
Gerund
UK
/səʊk ʌp/
US
/soʊk ʌp/
He likes to soak up new information by reading books.
Он любит усваивать новую информацию, читая книги.
The sponge can soak up a lot of water.
Губка может впитывать много воды.
Plants soak up sunlight for photosynthesis.
Растения поглощают солнечный свет для фотосинтеза.
Additional translations
Synonyms
take in
sponge up

Definitions

soak upverb
To absorb a liquid or other substance.
The sponge can soak up a lot of water.
To take in or enjoy something, such as information or an experience, with great interest.
She loves to travel and soak up the culture of different countries.
To use up or consume resources or energy.
The project will soak up a significant portion of the budget.