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spironolactone
Definition:
(nou) a synthetic corticosteroid (trade name Aldactone) used to treat hypertension
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These lactones are valuable intermediates in the synthesis of spironolactone.
I doubt this problem could happen with spironolactone.
The risk is high in concurrent use of ACE inhibitors or spironolactone.
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Common mistakes of spironolactone pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "spi-ron-ol-ACT-tone." The correct pronunciation is "spi-ron-o-LAC-tone" with primary stress on the third syllable (ˌspaɪərəˈnɒlæktoʊn in UK, ˌspaɪərəˈnælæktoʊn in US). Tip: Focus on the "LAC" syllable for correct stress.
- Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the "o" in "spironolactone" as a short "o," saying "spi-ron-o-lactone." The correct pronunciation has a more open "o" sound, as in "lot" (ˈlɒt). Tip: Practice the "o" sound by comparing it with similar words.
- Syllable separation: A common mistake is merging syllables, leading to "spironalactone." The correct form separates each syllable clearly: "spi-ron-o-lactone" (ˌspaɪərəˈnɒlæktoʊn in UK, ˌspaɪərəˈnælæktoʊn in US). Tip: Break down the word into syllables when practicing.
- Ending pronunciation: Some learners drop the "tone" at the end, pronouncing it as "spironolact." The full pronunciation includes the "tone" sound, making it "spironolactone" (ˌspaɪərəˈnɒlæktoʊn in UK, ˌspaɪərəˈnælæktoʊn in US). Tip: Always finish with the "tone" to complete the word.
- Consonant clarity: A frequent error is slurring the "n" and "l" sounds, resulting in "spi-ron-lactone." The correct pronunciation clearly articulates both consonants: "spi-ron-o-lactone" (ˌspaɪərəˈnɒlæktoʊn in UK, ˌspaɪərəˈnælæktoʊn in US). Tip: Practice saying the consonants distinctly to avoid blending them.