How to Pronounce Molnupiravir (Lagevrio)
mol-NOO-peer-a-veer
IPA: /mɒl.ˈnuː.pɪr.æ.vɪr/
Brand name: Lagevrio
mol
NOO
peer
a
veer
Molnupiravir is pronounced mol-NOO-peer-a-veer
How do you pronounce Molnupiravir?
Molnupiravir is pronounced “mol-NOO-peer-a-veer”. It has 5 syllables: mol ‑ noo ‑ peer ‑ a ‑ veer. The stress falls on the second syllable, “noo”.
How many syllables are in Molnupiravir?
Molnupiravir has 5 syllables: mol ‑ noo ‑ peer ‑ a ‑ veer.
What does Molnupiravir mean?
Nucleoside analog prodrug. Mild-moderate COVID-19
Word Parts
root
molnu-
from Mjölnir (Thor's hammer)
suffix
-piravir
antiviral
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: mol-NOO-peer-a-veer. Stress falls on syllable 2 (NOO) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Mild-moderate COVID-19. Treats viral infections. Timing of initiation is critical for efficacy.
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