How to pronounce clomifene
Say it like KLOH-mih-feen. Clomifene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH).
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- KLOH
- mih
- feen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clomifene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- mihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- feenGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of clomifene
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KLOH-mih-feen.
What does clomifene mean?
- A synthetic non-steroidal drug used to treat infertility in women by stimulating ovulation.
Where does clomifene come from?
From chlo(ro)- + (a)mi(ne) + phen(yl) + -e.
Questions about saying clomifene
How do you pronounce clomifene?
Say KLOH-mih-feen. The American pronunciation is /ˈkloʊmɪˌfin/. In British English it is /ˈkləʊmɪfiːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clomifene?
Clomifene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH). Broken into parts: KLOH · mih · feen.
Is clomifene pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkləʊmɪfiːn/ (KLOH-mih-feen).