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
Pronounced: shirafu
Not drunk; not intoxicated.
真面目
Pronounced: majime
(figurative) Moderate; realistic; serious; not playful; not passionate; cool; self-controlled.
酔いを醒ます
(often with, _, up) To make or become sober.
What does "sober" mean?
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adj Not drunk or affected by alcohol or drugs.
"He stayed sober all night so he could drive everyone home."
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adj Serious, calm, and level-headed; not overly emotional or reckless.
"The committee took a sober look at the risks before deciding."
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adj Plain or subdued in color or style.
"He wore a sober grey suit to the interview."
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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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