How to Pronounce Afatinib (Gilotrif)

a-FAT-i-nib
IPA: /æ.ˈfæt.ɪ.nɪb/
Brand name: Gilotrif
a FAT i nib
Afatinib is pronounced a-FAT-i-nib

How do you pronounce Afatinib?

Afatinib is pronounced “a-FAT-i-nib”. It has 4 syllables: a ‑ fat ‑ i ‑ nib. The stress falls on the second syllable, “fat”.

How many syllables are in Afatinib?

Afatinib has 4 syllables: a ‑ fat ‑ i ‑ nib.

What does Afatinib mean?

NSCLC with EGFR mutations

Word Parts

suffix -tinib tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 2 (FAT) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

NSCLC with EGFR mutations. Targets epidermal growth factor receptor in cancer.

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