der/die Suchtkranke
Translation
addict, person with an addiction
Examples
Ein Suchtkranker braucht professionelle Hilfe.
An addict needs professional help.
Die Klinik behandelt viele Suchtkranke.
The clinic treats many addicts.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered an addict Er gilt als Suchtkranker.
Similar Words
Abhängiger, Drogenabhängiger
Etymology
From 'Sucht' (addiction) and 'krank' (sick). Literally means 'addiction-sick person'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'sick' (krank) from an 'addiction' (Sucht).