下戸

げこ
Alternative readings: ゲコ
Frequency:
1

A person who is unable to drink much alcohol or is sensitive to alcohol (a non-drinker in the sense of being unable to drink).

Noun

Examples

私は下戸なので、少し飲むだけで顔が赤くなる。

I'm a light drinker, so my face flushes even after a little alcohol.

宴会では下戸の人のためにノンアルコール飲料も用意している。

At parties non-alcoholic drinks are also prepared for people who can't drink.

彼は生まれつきの下戸で、酒に酔いやすい。

He is naturally a light drinker and gets drunk easily.

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