How to Pronounce Vemurafenib (Zelboraf)
vem-ue-RAF-e-nib
IPA: /vɛm.ʌɛ.ˈræf.ɛ.nɪb/
Brand name: Zelboraf
vem
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RAF
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Vemurafenib is pronounced vem-ue-RAF-e-nib
How do you pronounce Vemurafenib?
Vemurafenib is pronounced “vem-ue-RAF-e-nib”. It has 5 syllables: vem ‑ ue ‑ raf ‑ e ‑ nib. The stress falls on the third syllable, “raf”.
How many syllables are in Vemurafenib?
Vemurafenib has 5 syllables: vem ‑ ue ‑ raf ‑ e ‑ nib.
What does Vemurafenib mean?
Melanoma with BRAF mutation
Word Parts
suffix
-nib
kinase inhibitor
Common Mispronunciations
With 5 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: vem-ue-RAF-e-nib. Stress falls on syllable 3 (RAF) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable
Where You'll Encounter This
Melanoma with BRAF mutation. Targets BRAF mutation in melanoma and other cancers.
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