How to Pronounce Ibuprofen (Advil)
eye-byoo-PRO-fen
IPA: /aɪ.bjoʊɒ.ˈprɒ.fɛn/
Brand name: Advil
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Ibuprofen is pronounced eye-byoo-PRO-fen
How do you pronounce Ibuprofen?
Ibuprofen is pronounced “eye-byoo-PRO-fen”. It has 4 syllables: eye ‑ byoo ‑ pro ‑ fen. The stress falls on the third syllable, “pro”.
How many syllables are in Ibuprofen?
Ibuprofen has 4 syllables: eye ‑ byoo ‑ pro ‑ fen.
What does Ibuprofen mean?
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for pain, inflammation, and fever. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce prostaglandin synthesis.
Word Parts
suffix
-profen
NSAID (propionic acid derivative)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "eye-BOO-pro-fen" — stress on PRO: eye-byoo-PRO-fen
Where You'll Encounter This
Pain, fever, inflammation. Anti-inflammatory analgesic for pain, fever, and inflammation. GI and renal risk with chronic use.
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