This is the 5245th most frequent Japanese word.
飲酒
"Drinking alcohol."
In this sentence, "飲酒" (alcohol consumption) is used as a noun subject to denote the act of drinking alcohol, particularly in its general effects and implications.
飲酒は健康に悪影響を与えることがあります。
Alcohol consumption can have detrimental effects on health.
Here, "飲酒" is part of the compound term "飲酒運転" (drunk driving), emphasizing the act of drinking alcohol combined with driving in a legally restricted context.
飲酒運転は法律で禁止されています。
Drunk driving is prohibited by law.
In this usage, "飲酒" serves as a noun object indicating the act to be avoided or restrained, reflecting personal behavioral choices.