drink

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 飲 denotes drinking; its on-readings are いん and おん, and its kun-reading is のむ.
• Basic usage: 飲む is the verb for drinking or taking medicine, while 飲み物 is a noun for something to drink.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 飲む / 飲み物
  • 飲む: This verb means to drink a liquid and is also used for taking medicine. Example: 薬を飲む時刻を手帳に書いておきました。
  • 飲み物: This noun refers generally to a drink or beverage. Example: 運動の後に冷たい飲み物を買いました。