How to Pronounce Methimazole
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Methimazole Pronunciation
meth-IM-a-zole
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
meth
IM
stress here
a
zole
4 syllables
What is Methimazole?
Methimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism, a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. It is also taken before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine therapy. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Methimazole
How do you pronounce methimazole?
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Methimazole is pronounced METH-IM-a-zole. Start with the word "meth" (like in methane), then say "IM" (rhymes with "him"), then "a" (like the letter A), and finish with "zole" (like "sole" with a Z). The stress falls on the second syllable: METH-**IM**-a-zole.
What are the syllables in methimazole?
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Methimazole has four syllables: meth-IM-a-zole. Breaking it down this way helps you say each part clearly without rushing through the word.
Which syllable is stressed when you say methimazole?
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The second syllable is stressed: METH-**IM**-a-zole. You say "IM" louder and longer than the other syllables. A common mistake is putting the stress on the first syllable (METH-im-a-zole), which sounds wrong.
What is a common mispronunciation of methimazole?
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People often mispronounce it as meth-i-MAY-zole (with stress on the third syllable) or meth-IM-uh-zole (adding an extra "uh" sound). The correct way keeps the stress on the second syllable and uses a short "a" sound in the third syllable: METH-IM-a-zole.
Is there an abbreviation for methimazole?
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Yes, methimazole is sometimes abbreviated as MMI in medical settings. You say it by spelling out the letters: M-M-I.
Can you use methimazole in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: "The patient was prescribed methimazole and needs to understand how to pronounce the name correctly so they can discuss it with their pharmacist."
Is methimazole hard to pronounce?
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It can feel tricky at first, but breaking it into four clear syllables makes it much easier: meth-IM-a-zole. Just remember that the stress goes on the second syllable (IM), and you'll say it confidently.