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How to pronounce alcoholism

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AALkuhhawlihzm

/ˈæl.kəˌhɔˌlɪ.zm̩/

5 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

A serious condition in which a person cannot stop drinking alcohol, even when it causes problems.

What to listen for

Say alcoholism with the strongest beat at the beginning: /ˈæɫ.kəˌhɔˌlɪ.zm̩/.

Usual pronunciation/ˈæɫ.kəˌhɔˌlɪ.zm̩/
Common alternate vowel/ˈæɫ.kəˌhɑˌlɪ.zm̩/
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Meanings & examples

noun

A serious condition in which a person cannot stop drinking alcohol, even when it causes problems.

His alcoholism damaged his health and his family relationships.

Good to know

Doctors often use the term alcohol use disorder instead.

Common phrases & grammar

treatment for alcoholism · recover from alcoholism