How to Pronounce Lorazepam
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Lorazepam Pronunciation
lor-AZ-eh-pam
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
lor
AZ
stress here
eh
pam
4 syllables
What is Lorazepam?
Lorazepam is used to relieve anxiety and treat insomnia. Lorazepam is in a class of medications called benzodiazepines. It works by slowing activity in the brain to allow for relaxation.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Lorazepam
How do you pronounce lorazepam?
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Lorazepam is pronounced lor-AZ-eh-pam. The stress falls on the second syllable, which rhymes with "maze." Say it like you're saying "lore" + "AZ" (rhyming with "has") + "eh" + "pam."
How many syllables does lorazepam have?
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Lorazepam has four syllables: lor-az-eh-pam. Breaking it into chunks like this can help you say it more smoothly.
Which syllable is stressed in lorazepam?
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The second syllable, "AZ," gets the stress. Many people mistakenly stress the first syllable (LOR-az-eh-pam), but the correct way is to emphasize the middle: lor-AZ-eh-pam.
What's a common mispronunciation of lorazepam?
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A very common mistake is saying "LOR-az-eh-pam" with stress on the first syllable, or "lor-AZ-uh-pam" with a schwa sound. The correct version is lor-AZ-eh-pam, with a clear "eh" sound in the third syllable.
Can you use lorazepam in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: "The patient's prescription was for lorazepam, which her doctor discussed with her at the appointment." This shows how the word might appear in a medical or healthcare conversation.
Is there a shorter way to say or write lorazepam?
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Lorazepam is sometimes abbreviated as "Ativan," which is its brand name. You'd say Ativan as AT-i-van (three syllables, stress on the first).
Why do people struggle to pronounce lorazepam?
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Lorazepam is tricky because the stress isn't on the first syllable like many English words, and the "az" part can be hard to hear clearly. Slowing down and saying each syllable separately—lor, az, eh, pam—helps you get it right.