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azithromycin

Definition:

(nou) a systemic antibacterial medicine (trade name Zithromax) that is prescribed to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body

Examples:

Doxycycline maybe used as an alternative to azithromycin.

Alternatively, a single dose azithromycin or levofloxacin may be prescribed.

Protein synthesis blockers like doxycycline or azithromycin are used instead.

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Common mistakes of azithromycin pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people misplace the stress in "azithromycin", saying it as /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/ instead of the correct /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/. Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable, "my", to pronounce it correctly.
Vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the "a" in "azithromycin" as /æ/ instead of /ə/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ for the first syllable to sound more natural.
Incorrect syllable division: People often divide "azithromycin" incorrectly, saying it as "a-zith-ro-my-cin". The correct division is /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/. Tip: Break it down into four syllables: a-zith-ro-my-cin, with the emphasis on "my".
Final "cin" pronunciation: Some pronounce "cin" as /sɪn/ instead of /sɪn/. This can alter the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure the final syllable rhymes with "seen" for accurate pronunciation.
Overemphasis on consonants: Learners may overemphasize the "t" in "azithromycin", pronouncing it too strongly. The correct pronunciation is /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and smooth to maintain the word's flow.

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How do you pronounce "azithromycin"?

In American English, "azithromycin" is pronounced as /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/, with the primary stress on the third syllable, "ma." The "a" in the first syllable is pronounced as a schwa sound, similar to the "a" in "about."

What are the syllables in "azithromycin"?

The word "azithromycin" has five syllables: a-zith-ro-mai-cin. The breakdown helps with pronunciation, especially with the stressed syllables being "zith" and "mai."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "azithromycin"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the wrong syllable. Remember to stress "ma" as in "ma" in "mighty" to avoid confusion.

Is "azithromycin" pronounced differently in British English?

In British English, "azithromycin" is pronounced similarly, /əˌzɪθrəˈmaɪsɪn/, with the same stress pattern. There are no significant differences in pronunciation between the two variants.