How to Pronounce Streptomycin

strep-toe-MYE-sin
IPA: /strɛp.tɒɛ.ˈmjɛ.sɪn/
strep toe MYE sin
Streptomycin is pronounced strep-toe-MYE-sin

How do you pronounce Streptomycin?

Streptomycin is pronounced “strep-toe-MYE-sin”. It has 4 syllables: strep ‑ toe ‑ mye ‑ sin. The stress falls on the third syllable, “mye”.

How many syllables are in Streptomycin?

Streptomycin has 4 syllables: strep ‑ toe ‑ mye ‑ sin.

What does Streptomycin mean?

MDR-TB

Word Parts

suffix -mycin antibiotic (Streptomyces-derived)

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 3 (MYE) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

MDR-TB. Concentration-dependent antibiotic for serious gram-negative infections. Monitor levels.

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