Alcoholic in Tagalog

“Alcoholic” in Tagalog is translated as “Alkoholiko,” “Lasenggo,” or “May bisyo sa alak” depending on context. This word can describe someone addicted to alcohol or refer to beverages and products containing alcohol. Understanding these translations helps distinguish between medical discussions about alcohol dependency and descriptions of alcoholic drinks in Filipino culture.

[Words] = Alcoholic

[Definition]:

• Alcoholic /ˌæl.kəˈhɒl.ɪk/
• Adjective 1: Containing or relating to alcohol as an ingredient.
• Adjective 2: Caused by or related to the consumption of alcohol.
• Noun: A person who suffers from alcoholism; someone addicted to drinking alcohol.

[Synonyms] = Alkoholiko, Lasenggo, Lasengga, May bisyo sa alak, Adik sa alak, Taong lasing, Baog sa alak, Taong umiinom ng alkohol

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The restaurant offers both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for all guests.
Ex1_PH: Ang restawran ay nag-aalok ng mga inuming may alkohol at walang alkohol para sa lahat ng bisita.

Ex2_EN: His father has been an alcoholic for over twenty years and refuses to seek treatment.
Ex2_PH: Ang kanyang ama ay alkoholiko na sa loob ng mahigit dalawampung taon at tumatanggi na humingi ng tulong.

Ex3_EN: She prefers alcoholic cocktails during social events rather than soft drinks.
Ex3_PH: Mas gusto niya ang mga alcoholic na cocktail sa mga social events kaysa sa soft drinks.

Ex4_EN: The support group helps alcoholics recover and maintain sobriety through counseling.
Ex4_PH: Ang support group ay tumutulong sa mga alkoholiko na makabawi at mapanatili ang pagiging sobrio sa pamamagitan ng counseling.

Ex5_EN: Alcoholic liver disease is a serious condition caused by excessive drinking over many years.
Ex5_PH: Ang sakit sa atay na dulot ng alkohol ay isang seryosong kondisyon na sanhi ng labis na pag-inom sa loob ng maraming taon.