How to Pronounce Ethacrynic Acid (Edecrin)
eth-a-KRIN-ik AS-id
IPA: /ɛθ.æ.ˈkrɪn.ˈɪk æs.ɪd/
Brand name: Edecrin
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Ethacrynic Acid is pronounced eth-a-KRIN-ik AS-id
How do you pronounce Ethacrynic Acid?
Ethacrynic Acid is pronounced “eth-a-KRIN-ik AS-id”. It has 5 syllables: eth ‑ a ‑ krin ‑ ik as ‑ id. The stress falls on the third syllable, “krin”.
How many syllables are in Ethacrynic Acid?
Ethacrynic Acid has 5 syllables: eth ‑ a ‑ krin ‑ ik as ‑ id.
What does Ethacrynic Acid mean?
Edema, heart failure. Acute decompensated HF, edema, hypercalcemia
Word Parts
prefix
etha-
ethyl group
root
acrynic
acrylic acid derivative
suffix
acid
loop diuretic
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: eth-a-KRIN-ik AS-id. Stress falls on syllable 3 (KRIN) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Acute decompensated HF, edema, hypercalcemia. Potent diuretic for acute decompensated heart failure and severe edema.
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