How to Pronounce Alcoholics

To pronounce "alcoholics", say ALC-oh-ol-ics — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

ALC-oh-ol-ics

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💡 Tip for remembering “alcoholics”

"alcoholics" has 4 syllables: alc-oh-ol-ics. It rhymes with bollix and bollocks, if that helps it stick.

What does alcoholics mean?

noun

  1. A person addicted to alcohol.
  2. One who abuses alcohol.

Antonyms

on the wagonteetotaler

Words that rhyme with alcoholics

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bollixbollockspolluxsymbolicshydraulicspollexscolexworkaholicsfrolicspollackspollocks

Related words

boozerdipsomaniacintoxicatingintoxicantspirituousaddictedspikedsouse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alcoholics"?▾

"Alcoholics" has 4 syllables: alc · oh · ol · ics.

What does "alcoholics" mean?▾

Alcoholics: A person addicted to alcohol.

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