How to Pronounce Imipramine
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Imipramine Pronunciation
im-IP-ra-meen
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
im
IP
stress here
ra
meen
4 syllables
What is Imipramine?
Imipramine tablets and capsules are used to treat depression. Imipramine tablets are also used to prevent bedwetting in children. Imipramine is in a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It treats depression by increasing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain that are needed to maintain mental balance. There is not enough information to explain how imipramine prevents bedwetting.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Imipramine
How do you pronounce imipramine?
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Imipramine is pronounced im-IP-ra-meen. Break it into four syllables: im (rhymes with "him"), IP (rhymes with "hip"), ra (rhymes with "rah"), and meen (rhymes with "mean"). The stress falls on the second syllable, so you say it louder and longer: im-**IP**-ra-meen.
What's the most common mispronunciation of imipramine?
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Many people stress the first syllable and say **IM**-i-pra-meen, but that's incorrect. Others mix up the middle syllables and say im-i-PRAM-een. Remember: the emphasis goes on the second syllable (IP), not the first or third.
How do you break imipramine into syllables?
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Imipramine has four syllables: im / IP / ra / meen. When you say it out loud, pause slightly between each part to make sure you're hitting all four.
Which syllable gets the stress in imipramine?
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The second syllable—IP—is stressed. You say it with more force and hold it slightly longer than the other syllables: im-**IP**-ra-meen. This is a common mistake area, so practice saying the second part loudly.
Can you use imipramine in a sentence?
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Here's an example: "The doctor discussed imipramine as an option during the appointment." You might also hear it in a pharmacy: "Your prescription for imipramine is ready for pickup."
Is there a short form or abbreviation for imipramine?
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Imipramine doesn't have a commonly used abbreviation in everyday speech, so you'll usually hear or read the full name. Always pronounce it as im-IP-ra-meen rather than trying to shorten it.
Why do people mix up the pronunciation of imipramine?
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Imipramine has an unusual stress pattern for a long word—the stress is on the second syllable rather than the first, which is why people often get it wrong. Repeating it a few times as im-**IP**-ra-meen will help it stick in your memory.