How to Pronounce Insulin Detemir (Levemir)

IN-su-lin DE-te-meer
IPA: /ˈɪn.sʌ.ˈlɪn dɛ.tɛ.mɪr/
Brand name: Levemir
IN su lin de te meer
Insulin Detemir is pronounced IN-su-lin DE-te-meer

How do you pronounce Insulin Detemir?

Insulin Detemir is pronounced “IN-su-lin DE-te-meer”. It has 5 syllables: in ‑ su ‑ lin de ‑ te ‑ meer. The stress falls on the first syllable, “in”.

How many syllables are in Insulin Detemir?

Insulin Detemir has 5 syllables: in ‑ su ‑ lin de ‑ te ‑ meer.

What does Insulin Detemir mean?

Insulin detemir is an intermediate to long-acting insulin analog for basal glucose control. It binds to albumin for prolonged action with relatively predictable absorption.

Word Parts

root insul- insulin

Common Mispronunciations

With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: IN-su-lin DE-te-meer. Stress is on the first syllable (IN) — don't shift stress to the middle of the word

Where You'll Encounter This

Basal insulin, once/twice daily

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