How to Pronounce Guaifenesin (Mucinex)
gwye-FEN-e-sin
IPA: /ɡwjɛ.ˈfɛn.ɛ.sɪn/
Brand name: Mucinex
gwye
FEN
e
sin
Guaifenesin is pronounced gwye-FEN-e-sin
How do you pronounce Guaifenesin?
Guaifenesin is pronounced “gwye-FEN-e-sin”. It has 4 syllables: gwye ‑ fen ‑ e ‑ sin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “fen”.
How many syllables are in Guaifenesin?
Guaifenesin has 4 syllables: gwye ‑ fen ‑ e ‑ sin.
What does Guaifenesin mean?
Guaifenesin is an expectorant used to thin and loosen mucus in the respiratory tract. It is the only FDA-approved OTC expectorant.
Word Parts
root
guai-
guaiacol (tree resin)
suffix
-fenesin
expectorant
Common Mispronunciations
Stress falls on syllable 2 (FEN) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Cough, mucus. Thins mucus secretions to promote productive cough.
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