What is the Spanish word for "addict"?

Learn how to say "addict" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

addict

Spanish

adicto

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Alternative translations of "addict"

dependiente

Examples of how to use "addict" in Spanish

English
He is a recovering heroin addict.
Spanish
Él está en proceso de recuperación de una adicción a la heroína.
English
He admitted he was an addict last year.
Spanish
Él admitió el año pasado que era adicto.
English
The doctor spoke kindly to the addict.
Spanish
El médico habló con amabilidad al adicto.
English
She supports her friend who is an addict.
Spanish
Ella apoya a su amiga que es adicta.
English
An addict sought help at the clinic.
Spanish
Un adicto buscó ayuda en la clínica.

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He is a recovering heroin addict.

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