How to Pronounce Isoniazid (Nydrazid)
eye-so-NYE-a-zid
IPA: /aɪ.sɒ.ˈnjɛ.æ.zɪd/
Brand name: Nydrazid
eye
so
NYE
a
zid
Isoniazid is pronounced eye-so-NYE-a-zid
How do you pronounce Isoniazid?
Isoniazid is pronounced “eye-so-NYE-a-zid”. It has 5 syllables: eye ‑ so ‑ nye ‑ a ‑ zid. The stress falls on the third syllable, “nye”.
How many syllables are in Isoniazid?
Isoniazid has 5 syllables: eye ‑ so ‑ nye ‑ a ‑ zid.
What does Isoniazid mean?
Isoniazid is a first-line antitubercular agent that inhibits mycolic acid synthesis in the mycobacterial cell wall. It is used for both active TB treatment and latent TB prophylaxis.
Word Parts
prefix
iso-
isomer/equal
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: eye-so-NYE-a-zid. Stress falls on syllable 3 (NYE) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
TB first-line. Treats tuberculosis. Multi-drug regimens required for 6+ months.
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