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sober in Japanese

sober in Japanese is シラフ, 真面目, 酔いを醒ます — sober means not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.

sober in Japanese

シラフ
adj
Pronounced: shirafu
Not drunk; not intoxicated.
真面目
adj
Pronounced: majime
(figurative) Moderate; realistic; serious; not playful; not passionate; cool; self-controlled.
酔いを醒ます
verb
(often with, _, up) To make or become sober.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is "sober" in Japanese?

"sober" in Japanese is シラフ, 真面目, 酔いを醒ます. sober means: Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.

How do you pronounce シラフ?

"sober" in Japanese is シラフ, pronounced "shirafu".

How do you use "sober" in a sentence?

Example: "He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home." In Japanese, "sober" is シラフ, 真面目, 酔いを醒ます.

Are there other ways to say "sober" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "sober": シラフ, 真面目, 酔いを醒ます.

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