How to Pronounce Colistimethate
koe-lis-ti-METH-ate
IPA: /kɒɛ.lɪs.tɪ.ˈmɛθ.ætɛ/
koe
lis
ti
METH
ate
Colistimethate is pronounced koe-lis-ti-METH-ate
How do you pronounce Colistimethate?
Colistimethate is pronounced “koe-lis-ti-METH-ate”. It has 5 syllables: koe ‑ lis ‑ ti ‑ meth ‑ ate. The stress falls on the fourth syllable, “meth”.
How many syllables are in Colistimethate?
Colistimethate has 5 syllables: koe ‑ lis ‑ ti ‑ meth ‑ ate.
What does Colistimethate mean?
Cystic fibrosis. Bacterial infections, prophylaxis
Word Parts
root
colisti-
colistin (polymyxin E)
suffix
-methate
methanesulfonate prodrug
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: koe-lis-ti-METH-ate. Stress falls on syllable 4 (METH) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Bacterial infections, prophylaxis. Treats bacterial infections. Always complete the full course as prescribed.
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