How to Pronounce Fosfomycin
fos-foe-MYE-sin
IPA: /fɒs.fɒɛ.ˈmjɛ.sɪn/
fos
foe
MYE
sin
Fosfomycin is pronounced fos-foe-MYE-sin
How do you pronounce Fosfomycin?
Fosfomycin is pronounced “fos-foe-MYE-sin”. It has 4 syllables: fos ‑ foe ‑ mye ‑ sin. The stress falls on the third syllable, “mye”.
How many syllables are in Fosfomycin?
Fosfomycin has 4 syllables: fos ‑ foe ‑ mye ‑ sin.
What does Fosfomycin mean?
Uncomplicated UTI. Bacterial infections, prophylaxis
Word Parts
prefix
fos-
phosphorus-containing (prodrug)
suffix
-mycin
antibiotic (Streptomyces-derived)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 3 (MYE) — 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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