How to Pronounce "alcoholism"
word
ˈæɫkəˌhɔˌɫɪzəm
AL-kuh-haw-liz-um
ˈælkəhˌəʊlɪzəm
AL-kuh-hoh-liz-um
Definition
Alcoholism is a medical condition where a person cannot control their drinking and feels a strong need to consume alcohol, often leading to health and social problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɫkəˌhɔˌɫɪzəm
British English
ˈælkəhˌəʊlɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AL-kuh-haw-liz-um
UK
AL-kuh-hoh-liz-um
Listen in Context
Alcoholism can badly affect your health.
Many families suffer because of alcoholism.
Doctors can help people with alcoholism.
His battle with alcoholism lasted for years before he got help.