How to pronounce sertraline
Say it like SUR-truh-leen. Sertraline has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR).
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- SUR
- truh
- leen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sertraline pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leenGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sertraline
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUR-truh-leen.
What does sertraline mean?
- An antidepressant drug C₁₇H₁₇NCl₂ administered in the form of its hydrochloride and acting to enhance serotonin activity.
Where does sertraline come from?
From ser(otonin) + -traline (“serotonin reuptake inhibitor”).
Questions about saying sertraline
How do you pronounce sertraline?
Say SUR-truh-leen. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɝtrəˌlin/. In British English it is /ˈsɜːtrəˌliːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sertraline?
Sertraline has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR). Broken into parts: SUR · truh · leen.
Is sertraline pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsɜːtrəˌliːn/ (SUR-truh-leen).