English–Spanish

“alcoholism” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/alkooˈlismo/

Example

Mi hermano lucha contra el alcoholismo.

My brother is battling alcoholism.

Illustration for alcoholismo (alcoholism)

How to say “alcoholism” in Spanish

“Alcoholism” in Spanish is alcoholismo.

Persistent dependence on alcohol with cravings and negative effects on health and relationships.

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

Example sentences with alcoholismo

El tratamiento del alcoholismo suele incluir terapia.

Treatment of alcoholism usually includes therapy.

Tips for using alcoholismo

  • Alcoholismo is typically used in medical or social contexts, so labeling a person as alcohólico can sound blunt or stigmatizing in conversation.

“alcoholism” in other languages