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sober in Chinese

sober in Chinese is 朴素 — sober means not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.

sober in Chinese

朴素
adj
Pronounced: pǔ sù
Not drunk; not intoxicated.

What does "sober" mean?

  1. adj Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.
    "He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home."
  2. adj Serious, calm, and level-headed; not overly emotional or reckless.
    "The committee took a sober look at the risks before deciding."
  3. adj Plain or subdued in color or style.
    "He wore a sober grey suit to the interview."
  4. verb To become or make clear-headed again, especially after drinking.
    "A strong coffee and a walk helped him sober up."
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sober in a sentence

  • He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home.
  • She has been sober for three years now.
  • The committee took a sober look at the risks before deciding.
  • He wore a sober grey suit to the interview.

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What is "sober" in Chinese?

"sober" in Chinese is 朴素. sober means: Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.

How do you pronounce 朴素?

"sober" in Chinese is 朴素, pronounced "pǔ sù".

How do you use "sober" in a sentence?

Example: "He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home." In Chinese, "sober" is 朴素.

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