How to Pronounce Sertraline (Zoloft)
SIR-tra-leen
IPA: /ˈsɪr.træ.liːn/
Brand name: Zoloft
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tra
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Sertraline is pronounced SIR-tra-leen
How do you pronounce Sertraline?
Sertraline is pronounced “SIR-tra-leen”. It has 3 syllables: sir ‑ tra ‑ leen. The stress falls on the first syllable, “sir”.
How many syllables are in Sertraline?
Sertraline has 3 syllables: sir ‑ tra ‑ leen.
What does Sertraline mean?
Sertraline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. It works by blocking serotonin reuptake in the synaptic cleft.
Word Parts
suffix
-aline
SSRI compound
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "ser-TRA-leen" — stress is on SIR: SIR-tra-leen
Where You'll Encounter This
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD
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