How to Pronounce Prochlorperazine (Compazine)

proe-klor-PER-a-zeen
IPA: /prɒɛ.klɒr.ˈpɛr.æ.ziːn/
Brand name: Compazine
proe klor PER a zeen
Prochlorperazine is pronounced proe-klor-PER-a-zeen

How do you pronounce Prochlorperazine?

Prochlorperazine is pronounced “proe-klor-PER-a-zeen”. It has 5 syllables: proe ‑ klor ‑ per ‑ a ‑ zeen. The stress falls on the third syllable, “per”.

How many syllables are in Prochlorperazine?

Prochlorperazine has 5 syllables: proe ‑ klor ‑ per ‑ a ‑ zeen.

What does Prochlorperazine mean?

Severe nausea. Nausea, vomiting, motion sickness

Word Parts

prefix pro- precursor/forward
suffix -azine phenothiazine derivative

Common Mispronunciations

With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: proe-klor-PER-a-zeen. Stress falls on syllable 3 (PER) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

Nausea, vomiting, motion sickness

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