English–French

“alcoholism” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/alkolizm/

Example

L'alcoolisme est un problème de santé publique.

Alcoholism is a public health problem.

Illustration for alcoolisme (alcoholism)

How to say “alcoholism” in French

“Alcoholism” in French is alcoolisme.

A drinking pattern that becomes dependence, making alcohol hard to limit and damaging daily life and relationships.

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

Example sentences with alcoolisme

La campagne vise à prévenir l'alcoolisme.

The campaign aims to prevent alcoholism.

Tips for using alcoolisme

  • Alcoolisme refers to lasting dependence, whereas intoxication alcoolique refers to a single episode of drunkenness.

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