How to Pronounce Pembrolizumab (Keytruda)
pem-broe-LIZ-u-mab
IPA: /pɛm.brɒɛ.ˈlɪz.ʌ.mæb/
Brand name: Keytruda
pem
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LIZ
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Pembrolizumab is pronounced pem-broe-LIZ-u-mab
How do you pronounce Pembrolizumab?
Pembrolizumab is pronounced “pem-broe-LIZ-u-mab”. It has 5 syllables: pem ‑ broe ‑ liz ‑ u ‑ mab. The stress falls on the third syllable, “liz”.
How many syllables are in Pembrolizumab?
Pembrolizumab has 5 syllables: pem ‑ broe ‑ liz ‑ u ‑ mab.
What does Pembrolizumab mean?
Pembrolizumab is an anti-PD-1 immune checkpoint inhibitor used for melanoma, lung cancer, and many other solid tumors. It reactivates T-cell immune response against tumor cells.
Word Parts
suffix
-zumab
humanized monoclonal antibody
Common Mispronunciations
Commonly said "PEM-bro-liz-oo-mab" — stress on LIZ: pem-broe-LIZ-u-mab
Where You'll Encounter This
PD-1 inhibitor, multiple cancers
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