How to Pronounce Aprepitant (Emend)

ap-RE-pi-tant
IPA: /æp.ˈrɛ.pɪ.tænt/
Brand name: Emend
ap RE pi tant
Aprepitant is pronounced ap-RE-pi-tant

How do you pronounce Aprepitant?

Aprepitant is pronounced “ap-RE-pi-tant”. It has 4 syllables: ap ‑ re ‑ pi ‑ tant. The stress falls on the second syllable, “re”.

How many syllables are in Aprepitant?

Aprepitant has 4 syllables: ap ‑ re ‑ pi ‑ tant.

What does Aprepitant mean?

CINV prevention

Word Parts

suffix -pitant NK1 receptor antagonist

Common Mispronunciations

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

Where You'll Encounter This

CINV prevention. Blocks substance P for delayed chemotherapy-induced nausea prevention.

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