How to say to sober up in Korean
Korean: 깨다[ kkae-da ]
Meaning
In this meaning, 깨다 means to become less drunk after drinking alcohol. You use it when your head and body feel clearer again. In everyday Korean, people often say that the alcohol has worn off or simply say they have sobered up (깨다).
Example sentences
술을 마신 후에 좀 찬물 마시고 깨요.
After drinking alcohol, I sober up by drinking cold water.
집으로 가기 전에 술이 좀 깨야 해요.
I need to sober up before going home.
술을 마신 후에 찬물 마시고 조금 깨요.
After drinking alcohol, I sober up a little by drinking cold water.
택시에서 내린 후에야 좀 깼어요.
I only sobered up after getting out of the taxi.
