B1noun 2K

Alcohol

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈælkəhɒl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈælkəhɔːl/"]/

Meaning of Alcohol

drinks such as beer, wine, etc. that can make people drunk

In simple words: A drink that can make you feel relaxed or funny. It can be beer, wine, or spirits.

Alcohol in a sentence

• Many people enjoy drinking alcohol during celebrations.
• Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to serious health issues.
• Some cultures have traditional drinks that contain alcohol.
• He decided to avoid alcohol after his last experience.
• Alcohol can affect your judgment and coordination.
• Alcohol is often served at social events like weddings.
• Many studies show that moderate alcohol can have health benefits.

How to use Alcohol

Use 'alcohol' in discussions about beverages, health, or social situations. It's suitable for both casual and formal settings, but be sensitive to contexts like recovery or addiction where it might be inappropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'all cool' - think of a party where everyone is enjoying drinks.

Related words

Collocations with Alcohol

• excess
• excessive
• pure
• drop
• unit
• bottle
• consume
• drink
• avoid
• content
• level
• consumption
• under the influence of alcohol
• excess
• excessive
• pure
• drop
• unit
• bottle
• consume
• drink
• avoid
• content
• level
• consumption
• under the influence of alcohol

Synonyms for Alcohol

• liquor
• spirits
• brew
• beverage
• vino

Opposites of Alcohol

• abstinence
• sobriety

Common mistakes with Alcohol

• Confused with 'alcoholic', which refers to a person addicted to alcohol.
• Using 'alcohol' as a countable noun, while it is uncountable.
• Mixing up types of alcohol, like thinking wine is the same as spirits.

Frequently asked questions about Alcohol

What does Alcohol mean?

A drink that can make you feel relaxed or funny. It can be beer, wine, or spirits.

What is the definition of Alcohol?

drinks such as beer, wine, etc. that can make people drunk

How do you use Alcohol in a sentence?

Many people enjoy drinking alcohol during celebrations.

Can you give another example of Alcohol?

Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to serious health issues.

What are synonyms for Alcohol?

Common alternatives include liquor, spirits, brew, beverage, vino.

What is the opposite of Alcohol?

Opposite meanings include abstinence, sobriety.

What words go with Alcohol?

It commonly pairs with excess, excessive, pure, drop, unit, bottle, consume, drink, avoid, content, level, consumption, under the influence of alcohol, excess, excessive, pure, drop, unit, bottle, consume, drink, avoid, content, level, consumption, under the influence of alcohol.

What are common mistakes when using Alcohol?

Confused with 'alcoholic', which refers to a person addicted to alcohol. Using 'alcohol' as a countable noun, while it is uncountable. Mixing up types of alcohol, like thinking wine is the same as spirits.

How do you pronounce Alcohol?

US: /["/ˈælkəhɔːl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈælkəhɒl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Alcohol?

Use 'alcohol' in discussions about beverages, health, or social situations. It's suitable for both casual and formal settings, but be sensitive to contexts like recovery or addiction where it might be inappropriate.

What CEFR level is Alcohol?

"Alcohol" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.