How to Pronounce Valproate (Depacon)
VAL-proe-ate
IPA: /ˈvæl.prɒɛ.ætɛ/
Brand name: Depacon
VAL
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Valproate is pronounced VAL-proe-ate
How do you pronounce Valproate?
Valproate is pronounced “VAL-proe-ate”. It has 3 syllables: val ‑ proe ‑ ate. The stress falls on the first syllable, “val”.
How many syllables are in Valproate?
Valproate has 3 syllables: val ‑ proe ‑ ate.
What does Valproate mean?
Bipolar, seizures. Bipolar, seizures, migraine prevention
Word Parts
prefix
val-
valine-derived (prodrug)
Common Mispronunciations
Stress is on the first syllable (VAL) — don't shift stress to the middle of the word
Where You'll Encounter This
Bipolar, seizures, migraine prevention
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