allergic to
/əˈlɜːrdʒɪk tuː/
Meaning
This phrase describes having a medical allergy to a specific food, substance, or animal. It is essential for communicating dietary safety needs in restaurants or social settings.
Examples
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I'm highly allergic to peanuts, so please make sure there are none in the sauce.
I'm highly allergic to peanuts, so please make sure there are none in the sauce.
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Are you allergic to shellfish, or do you just dislike the taste?
Are you allergic to shellfish, or do you just dislike the taste?
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My son is allergic to dairy, so we use almond milk instead.
My son is allergic to dairy, so we use almond milk instead.
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She found out she was allergic to strawberries after getting a rash.
She found out she was allergic to strawberries after getting a rash.
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Please let the chef know that one of our guests is allergic to tree nuts.
Please let the chef know that one of our guests is allergic to tree nuts.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I have allergic to nuts.
✓ I am allergic to nuts.
'Allergic' is an adjective, so it must follow the verb 'to be', not 'to have'.
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✗ He is allergic with seafood.
✓ He is allergic to seafood.
Always use the preposition 'to' after the adjective 'allergic'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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I can't eat this dessert because I'm ___ eggs.
💡 Having an adverse reaction to a food item
Show answer
allergic to
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Please tell us if you are ___ any specific ingredients.
💡 Sensitive to substances that cause a reaction
Show answer
allergic to