How to pronounce zanamivir
Say it like zuh-NAM-ih-veer. Zanamivir has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAM).
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- zuh
- NAM
- ih
- veer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zanamivir pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- veerGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of zanamivir
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: zuh-NAM-uh-veer.
What does zanamivir mean?
- An antiviral drug C₁₂H₂₀N₄O₇ that is a neuraminidase inhibitor taken by oral inhalation in the treatment and prophylaxis of Influenzavirus.
Where does zanamivir come from?
From zan- (of unknown origin) + -amivir (“neuraminidase inhibitor”).
Questions about saying zanamivir
How do you pronounce zanamivir?
Say zuh-NAM-ih-veer. The American pronunciation is /zəˈnæmɪˌvɪr/. In British English it is /zəˈnæməˌvɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zanamivir?
Zanamivir has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAM). Broken into parts: zuh · NAM · ih · veer.
Is zanamivir 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 /zəˈnæməˌvɪə/ (zuh-NAM-uh-veer).