How to Pronounce Emtricitabine (Emtriva)
em-tri-SIT-a-been
IPA: /ɛm.trɪ.ˈsɪt.æ.biːn/
Brand name: Emtriva
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Emtricitabine is pronounced em-tri-SIT-a-been
How do you pronounce Emtricitabine?
Emtricitabine is pronounced “em-tri-SIT-a-been”. It has 5 syllables: em ‑ tri ‑ sit ‑ a ‑ been. The stress falls on the third syllable, “sit”.
How many syllables are in Emtricitabine?
Emtricitabine has 5 syllables: em ‑ tri ‑ sit ‑ a ‑ been.
What does Emtricitabine mean?
HIV treatment. Viral infections, prophylaxis
Word Parts
suffix
-citabine
nucleoside analog
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: em-tri-SIT-a-been. Stress falls on syllable 3 (SIT) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Viral infections, prophylaxis. Treats viral infections. Timing of initiation is critical for efficacy.
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