How to Pronounce Sertraline (Zoloft)

SIR-tra-leen
IPA: /ˈsɪr.træ.liːn/
Brand name: Zoloft
SIR tra leen
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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