How to pronounce vaptan
Say it like VAP-tun. Vaptan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAP).
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- VAP
- tun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vaptan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of vaptan
American and British speakers say vaptan in essentially the same way: /ˈvæptən/ in the US and /ˈvæptən/ in the UK.
British respelling: VAP-tun.
What does vaptan mean?
- Any of a group of medications that act by inhibiting the action of vasopressin on its receptors.
Where does vaptan come from?
From contraction of vasopressin receptor antagonist.
Words that rhyme with vaptan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vaptan.
Questions about saying vaptan
How do you pronounce vaptan?
Say VAP-tun. The American pronunciation is /ˈvæptən/. In British English it is /ˈvæptən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vaptan?
Vaptan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAP). Broken into parts: VAP · tun.
Do Americans and Brits say vaptan the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvæptən/ and the British form is /ˈvæptən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.