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celecoxib
Definition:
(nou) a Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Celebrex) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming the digestive tract
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Pfizer sells celecoxib under the brand name Celebrex.
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Common mistakes of celecoxib pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many say "celecoxib" with the stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /səˈlɛk.oʊ.sɪb/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: /ˈsɛl.ɪ.kɒk.sɪb/ (UK) or /ˈsɛl.ɪ.kɑː.kɪb/ (US).
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce the first syllable as "sel" with a short "e" sound, resulting in /sɛl/. Tip: Use the long "e" sound, as in "sell," to pronounce the first syllable correctly: /ˈsɛl/.
- Overemphasizing syllables: A common mistake is to overly stress the "cox" part, saying "cele-COX-ib." Tip: Maintain a balanced stress throughout the word, with the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Ignoring the final "b": Some speakers drop the final "b," saying "celecox" instead of "celecoxib." Tip: Always include the final "b" sound to ensure correct pronunciation: /ˈsɛl.ɪ.kɒk.sɪb/ (UK) or /ˈsɛl.ɪ.kɑː.kɪb/ (US).
- Mispronouncing the "x": A frequent error is pronouncing "x" as "ks" instead of the correct "k" sound, leading to "celeco-ksib." Tip: Pronounce "x" as a "k" sound to say "celecoxib" accurately.