What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hammered
Example
He got hammered at the party last night and couldn't even stand up. [hammered: adjective]
Example
She was so hammered that she couldn't remember anything from the night before. [hammered: adjective]
drunk
Example
He was too drunk to drive home and had to call a cab. [drunk: adjective]
Example
She got drunk at the bar and started singing karaoke. [drunk: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Drunk is more commonly used than hammered in everyday language and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hammered and drunk?
Drunk is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts. On the other hand, hammered is typically associated with a casual and informal tone and is not appropriate for formal situations.
