German Conversation · Level 93
60 words
German word
Suchtmittel
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈzʊxtˌmɪtl̩/
Meaning
- neuter nounaddictive substance
Example
Alkohol und Nikotin sind Suchtmittel.
Alcohol and nicotine are addictive substances.
More examples
Der Konsum von Suchtmitteln kann zu Abhängigkeit führen.
The consumption of addictive substances can lead to dependence.
Core concept
A substance that can gradually make the body or mind rely on it for continued use.
Common phrases
illegale Suchtmittel
illegal addictive substances
Konsum von Suchtmitteln
consumption of addictive substances
Similar words
Droge: A drug that affects the mind or body and may lead to dependence or hallucinations.
Rauschgift: A strongly addictive drug that is usually illegal.
Betäubungsmittel: A controlled drug used for pain relief or anesthesia and capable of causing dependence.
Narkotikum: A drug with powerful anesthetic or painkilling effects, used in medicine or illegal trade.
Definition in German
Stoffe, die bei regelmäßigem Gebrauch zu psychischer oder körperlicher Abhängigkeit führen können.
Word origin
The compound Suchtmittel combines Sucht, addiction, with Mittel, a means or substance, and thus names a substance linked to addictive use.
Usage tips
- Suchtmittel is common in medical, legal, and administrative language, while everyday speech often names the specific substance instead.