Phrase lesson
How do you say "I can't drink" in Japanese?
I can't drink
Answer
Two layers, same practical line
のめません
のめません
nomemasen
Lesson body
Phrase breakdown and usage notes
Quick use
Use のめません (nomemasen) at the hospital or clinic when you want to say that you cannot drink.
Chunk or pattern
- This is a fixed phrase.
- Learn the whole line first.
- It is useful as a short symptom report.
Core words
のむ: to drink.のめません: cannot drink.
Helper words and endings
ません: polite negative ending.
Practical note
This can matter for dehydration, medicine instructions, and how serious your condition is.
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