How to Pronounce Gefitinib (Iressa)
ge-FI-ti-nib
IPA: /ɡɛ.ˈfɪ.tɪ.nɪb/
Brand name: Iressa
ge
FI
ti
nib
Gefitinib is pronounced ge-FI-ti-nib
How do you pronounce Gefitinib?
Gefitinib is pronounced “ge-FI-ti-nib”. It has 4 syllables: ge ‑ fi ‑ ti ‑ nib. The stress falls on the second syllable, “fi”.
How many syllables are in Gefitinib?
Gefitinib has 4 syllables: ge ‑ fi ‑ ti ‑ nib.
What does Gefitinib mean?
NSCLC with EGFR mutations
Word Parts
suffix
-tinib
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (FI) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
NSCLC with EGFR mutations. Targets epidermal growth factor receptor in cancer.
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