English–French
“drunkenness” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/ivʁɛs/
Example
Après deux verres, elle a ressenti l'ivresse.
After two glasses, she felt the effects of drunkenness.
How to say “drunkenness” in French
“Drunkenness” in French is ivresse.
A lifted state in which pleasure or alcohol weakens ordinary restraint and control.
Example sentences with ivresse
Après le match, il a ressenti une ivresse de la victoire.
After the game, he felt the euphoria of victory.
Tips for using ivresse
- Ivresse is more literary or figurative than everyday terms such as soûl and bourré for being drunk.