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sober in Danish

sober in Danish is ædru, ædruelig, sober — sober means not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.

sober in Danish

ædru
adj
Not drunk; not intoxicated.
ædruelig
adj
Not given to excessive drinking of alcohol.
sober
adj
(figurative) Moderate; realistic; serious; not playful; not passionate; cool; self-controlled.

What does "sober" mean?

  1. adj Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.
    "Someone sober should check the map before we set off."
  2. adj Serious, calm, and level-headed; not overly emotional or reckless.
    "She gave a sober account of what had happened, without any drama."
  3. adj Plain or subdued in color or style.
    "The room was decorated in sober browns and greys."
  4. verb To become or make clear-headed again, especially after drinking.
    "The cold night air soon began to sober him."
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sober in a sentence

  • Someone sober should check the map before we set off.
  • He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home.
  • She gave a sober account of what had happened, without any drama.
  • It was a sober moment as the team read the results.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sober" in Danish?
"sober" in Danish is ædru, ædruelig, sober. sober means: Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.
How do you use "sober" in a sentence?
Example: "Someone sober should check the map before we set off." In Danish, "sober" is ædru, ædruelig, sober.
Are there other ways to say "sober" in Danish?
Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "sober": ædru, ædruelig, sober.
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