How to pronounce altumomab
Say it like al-TOO-muh-mab. Altumomab has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO).
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- al
- TOO
- muh
- mab
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Altumomab pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- TOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- mabKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of altumomab
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: al-TYOO-muh-mab.
What does altumomab mean?
- A mouse monoclonal antibody used to diagnose colorectal cancer.
Questions about saying altumomab
How do you pronounce altumomab?
Say al-TOO-muh-mab. The American pronunciation is /ælˈtuməmæb/. In British English it is /ælˈtjuːməmæb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in altumomab?
Altumomab has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TOO). Broken into parts: al · TOO · muh · mab.
Is altumomab pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ælˈtjuːməmæb/ (al-TYOO-muh-mab).