How to Pronounce Morphine (MS Contin)
MOR-feen
IPA: /ˈmɒr.fiːn/
Brand name: MS Contin
MOR
feen
Morphine is pronounced MOR-feen
How do you pronounce Morphine?
Morphine is pronounced “MOR-feen”. It has 2 syllables: mor ‑ feen. The stress falls on the first syllable, “mor”.
How many syllables are in Morphine?
Morphine has 2 syllables: mor ‑ feen.
What does Morphine mean?
Morphine is the prototypical opioid analgesic used for moderate to severe pain and acute pulmonary edema. It acts on mu-opioid receptors in the central nervous system.
Word Parts
root
morph-
opium/form
suffix
-morphine
opioid analgesic (morphine derivative)
Common Mispronunciations
Occasionally said "MOR-feen" vs "MOR-fin" — both acceptable, "feen" is standard
Where You'll Encounter This
Severe pain, acute pulmonary edema
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