How to Pronounce Diazepam (Valium)
dye-AZ-e-pam
IPA: /djɛ.ˈæz.ɛ.pæm/
Brand name: Valium
dye
AZ
e
pam
Diazepam is pronounced dye-AZ-e-pam
How do you pronounce Diazepam?
Diazepam is pronounced “dye-AZ-e-pam”. It has 4 syllables: dye ‑ az ‑ e ‑ pam. The stress falls on the second syllable, “az”.
How many syllables are in Diazepam?
Diazepam has 4 syllables: dye ‑ az ‑ e ‑ pam.
What does Diazepam mean?
Diazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine used for anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal. It enhances GABA-A receptor activity and has active metabolites with extended duration.
Word Parts
prefix
di-
two/double
suffix
-azepam
benzodiazepine (anti-anxiety)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (AZ) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures
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