English–Japanese
“drunkenness” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiyoi
Example
お酒の酔いがさめました。o sake no yo i ga sa me ma shi ta
The effects of the alcohol have worn off.
How to say “drunkenness” in Japanese
“Drunkenness” in Japanese is 酔い (yoi).
Describes the altered condition in which alcohol changes a person's awareness and physical control.
Example sentences with 酔い
酒の酔いで、帰り道を間違えました。sake no yo i de kae ri michi o ma chiga e ma shi ta
Because of my drunkenness, I took the wrong route home.
Tips for using 酔い
- The noun 酔い (yoi) can describe a range from a mild buzz to clear intoxication, so context shows how strong the condition is.