How to Pronounce Phenelzine
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Phenelzine Pronunciation
FEN-el-zeen
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
FEN
stress here
el
zeen
3 syllables
What is Phenelzine?
Phenelzine is used to treat depression in people who have not been helped by other medications. Phenelzine is in a class of medications called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). It works by increasing the amounts of certain natural substances that are needed to maintain mental balance.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Phenelzine
How do you pronounce phenelzine?
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Phenelzine is pronounced FEN-el-zeen. Say it like "FEN" (rhymes with "pen"), then "el" (like the letter L), then "zeen" (rhymes with "green"). Put these three parts together smoothly, and you'll have the correct pronunciation.
Which syllable is stressed in phenelzine?
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The first syllable, FEN, gets the stress. You say it louder and longer than the other two syllables: FEN-el-zeen. Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, but that's not correct.
How many syllables does phenelzine have?
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Phenelzine has three syllables: phen-el-zine. Breaking it into parts like this makes it easier to pronounce the whole word.
What's a common mispronunciation of phenelzine?
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People sometimes say it as fen-EL-zeen (stressing the middle syllable) or fen-el-ZEEN (stressing the last syllable). The correct way is to stress the first syllable: FEN-el-zeen.
How would you use phenelzine in a sentence?
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You might hear it in a medical conversation like this: "The doctor prescribed phenelzine, and the patient needed to learn how to pronounce it correctly at the pharmacy." This shows how the word appears in real healthcare discussions.
Is there a shorter way to say phenelzine?
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Phenelzine doesn't have a common abbreviation or nickname. Healthcare workers usually say the full name: phenelzine (FEN-el-zeen).
What should I focus on when saying phenelzine aloud?
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Focus on saying the first syllable FEN loudly and clearly, then add the quieter el-zeen at the end. The "z" sound at the start of the last syllable is important too—make sure you're saying "zeen" and not "seen."