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adrenergic

Definition:

(nou) drug that has the effects of epinephrine

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It is an alpha adrenergic agonist.

Centrally acting adrenergic drugs.

Amidephrine is a alpha adrenergic agonist.

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Common mistakes of adrenergic pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-dre-'nerg-ic". It should be "ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk" in US and "ˌæd.rəˈnɜː.dʒɪk" in UK. Tip: Focus on stressing the third syllable for correct pronunciation.
  2. Overemphasizing vowels: Some may pronounce "adrenergic" with overly exaggerated vowels, leading to confusion. For example, saying "a-dren-'er-gic" instead of the correct "ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk". Tip: Keep the vowels short and clear.
  3. Missing the schwa sound: Learners often neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "a-dren-'er-gic". The correct pronunciation includes a schwa, "ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk". Tip: Practice the schwa sound by saying "uh" softly in the unstressed syllable.
  4. Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "e" in "adrenergic" too long, saying "a-dre-'nerg-ic". The correct pronunciation has a short "e" sound, "ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk". Tip: Listen to native speakers and imitate their vowel lengths.
  5. Confusing similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "adrenergic" with "adrenaline", leading to mispronunciation. "Adrenergic" is pronounced "ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk", while "adrenaline" is "əˈdrɛn.ə.lɪn". Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words to avoid mix-ups.

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How do you pronounce "adrenergic"?

The pronunciation of "adrenergic" is /ˌæd.rəˈnɜr.dʒɪk/ in American English and /ˌeɪ.drəˈnɜː.dʒɪk/ in British English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "nɜr" or "nɜː", while the first syllable is less emphasized.

What are the syllables in "adrenergic"?

The word "adrenergic" has five syllables: "ad", "re", "ner", "gic". When pronouncing it, break it down into these parts to help with clarity and accuracy.

Is there a schwa sound in "adrenergic"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in the second syllable of "adrenergic". The "re" is pronounced as /rə/ in American English, which is a relaxed, unstressed vowel sound.

Are there common mistakes when saying "adrenergic"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it as /ˌæd.ərˈnɜr.dʒɪk/. Remember to stress the correct syllable "nɜr" or "nɜː" to ensure proper pronunciation.