How to Pronounce Paclitaxel (Taxol)
pak-li-TAX-el
IPA: /pæk.lɪ.ˈtæks.ɛl/
Brand name: Taxol
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Paclitaxel is pronounced pak-li-TAX-el
How do you pronounce Paclitaxel?
Paclitaxel is pronounced “pak-li-TAX-el”. It has 4 syllables: pak ‑ li ‑ tax ‑ el. The stress falls on the third syllable, “tax”.
How many syllables are in Paclitaxel?
Paclitaxel has 4 syllables: pak ‑ li ‑ tax ‑ el.
What does Paclitaxel mean?
Paclitaxel is a taxane chemotherapy agent used for breast, ovarian, lung, and other cancers. It stabilizes microtubules to prevent cell division, causing mitotic arrest.
Word Parts
suffix
-taxel
taxane (microtubule stabilizer)
Common Mispronunciations
Often said "PAK-li-tax-el" — stress on TAX: pak-li-TAX-el
Where You'll Encounter This
Cancer treatment protocols. Cytotoxic cancer treatment. Requires careful dosing and monitoring.
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