English–Spanish

“alcohol” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/alkoˈol/

Example

No bebo alcohol.

I don't drink alcohol.

Illustration for alcohol (alcohol)

How to say “alcohol” in Spanish

“Alcohol” in Spanish is alcohol.

A laboratory flask labeled ethanol.

Full entry for alcohol: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with alcohol

En casa prefiero no tener alcohol cuando hay niños.

At home I prefer not to have alcohol when there are children.

Tips for using alcohol

  • To refer to drinks, Spanish speakers usually say 'bebida alcohólica' or 'una copa' rather than 'un alcohol', because alcohol is typically uncountable.

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