How to Pronounce Crisaborole
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Crisaborole Pronunciation
kris-a-BOR-ole
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
kris
a
BOR
stress here
ole
4 syllables
What is Crisaborole?
Crisaborole is used to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis; a skin condition which causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes) in adults and children 3 years of age and older. Crisaborole is in a class of medications called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Crisaborole
How do you pronounce crisaborole?
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Crisaborole is pronounced KRIS-uh-BOR-ole. The stress falls on the third syllable, which is "BOR." Think of it like saying "crisp" at the start, then "uh," then "bore" with emphasis, and finish with "ole."
How do you break crisaborole into syllables?
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Crisaborole has four syllables: cris-a-bor-ole. Each syllable gets its own beat when you say the word slowly.
Which syllable in crisaborole gets the stress?
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The third syllable, "BOR," gets the stress. A common mistake is putting the stress on the first syllable (CRIS-uh-bor-ole) or the last syllable (kris-uh-bor-OLE), but the correct emphasis is always on BOR.
What are common mispronunciations of crisaborole?
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People often mispronounce it as "CRIS-uh-bore" (leaving off the final syllable) or "cris-ah-BOLE" (stressing the wrong part). The correct way keeps all four syllables and stresses the third one: KRIS-uh-BOR-ole.
Can you use crisaborole in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: "The pharmacist explained that the patient should apply crisaborole as directed by their doctor." This sentence shows how you'd use the word when discussing this medication.
Is there a short form or abbreviation for crisaborole?
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Crisaborole is sometimes referred to by its brand name in conversation, but in medical writing, the full generic name crisaborole is typically used without abbreviation.
How should I remember the stress in crisaborole?
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Think of the word as having a "BOR" that stands out in the middle—that's where your voice gets louder and stronger. The syllables before and after it are quieter: KRIS-uh-BOR-ole.