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acyclovir
Definition:
(nou) an oral antiviral drug (trade name Zovirax) used to treat genital herpes; does not cure the disease but relieves the symptoms
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Brivudine is a similar drug to acyclovir.
Nucleoside analogues, such as acyclovir, are sometimes used as antiviral agents.
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Common mistakes of acyclovir pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-CY-clovir". The correct pronunciation is "ˌeɪˈsɪkloʊvɪr" (US) or "ˌeɪˈsɪkləvɪə" (UK). Tip: Focus on placing primary stress on the third syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "acyclovir" with a short "i" in the second syllable, like "a-sy-CLO-vire". The correct sound is "ɪ", as in "sit". Tip: Practice the "i" sound to ensure clarity.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is to add an extra syllable, saying "a-cy-CLO-vir". The accurate count is four syllables: "a-cy-clo-vir". Tip: Break it down into "a-cy-clo-vir" for better understanding.
- Ending sound: Some people mispronounce the ending, saying "acyclo-VIR" with a strong "r". The correct ending is softer, as in "ɪr" for both US and UK. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtlety in the ending.
- Initial sound: Learners sometimes mispronounce the initial sound, saying "ASS-yclovir". The correct pronunciation starts with "AY", as in "day". Tip: Practice saying "a" as "ay" to avoid this mistake.