to drink

The term 'darse a la bebida' is a Spanish expression that doesn't directly translate to 'to drink' in English. The phrase 'darse a la bebida' has a more specific meaning, which can be interpreted as 'to take to drinking' or 'to start drinking', usually indicating a habit or dependency on alcohol rather than a simple act of having a drink. It's often used in the context of someone beginning to drink heavily due to a particular situation, such as emotional distress or hardship.

Example sentences using: darse a la bebida

Después de la ruptura, decidió darse a la bebida.

After the breakup, he decided to turn to drink.

This phrase illustrates how someone might resort to drinking as a way to cope with emotional pain following a difficult breakup.

Desde que perdió su trabajo, ha empezado a darse a la bebida.

Since he lost his job, he has started to turn to drink.

In this example, the phrase conveys that losing a job has led someone to seek solace in alcohol, highlighting the impact of stress on their behavior.

Ella se dio a la bebida tras la muerte de su mascota.

She turned to drink after the death of her pet.

This sentence shows that the loss of a beloved pet can trigger a strong emotional response, leading someone to rely on alcohol for comfort.