ビールを飲む

bīru o nomu
phraseBeginner to drink beerLoanword from Dutchビール
informal

To consume beer, typically in a social or casual setting

友達とビールを飲みに行きましょう

Let's go out and drink beer with friends

彼は毎日ビールを飲む

He drinks beer every day

💡

This phrase is commonly used to describe the act of drinking beer in various contexts, from casual gatherings to regular habits.

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💡Pro Tip

Common Contexts

This phrase is often used when talking about socializing, relaxing, or celebrating with friends or colleagues.

Gold Rule

Politeness

While 'ビールを飲む' is neutral, you can make it more polite by adding 'します' (e.g., 'ビールを飲みます') in formal settings.

📖Word Origin

The word 'ビール' is derived from the Dutch word 'bier', which entered Japanese through trade and cultural exchange. The verb '飲む' (nomu) is a native Japanese verb meaning 'to drink'.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is very common in everyday Japanese and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to describe social activities involving beer.

Word Breakdown

ビール
beer
noun
+
object marker
particle
+
飲む
to drink
verb
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