How to Pronounce Metoclopramide
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Metoclopramide Pronunciation
met-oh-KLOH-pra-myd
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
met
oh
KLOH
stress here
pra
myd
5 syllables
What is Metoclopramide?
Metoclopramide is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD; condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the esophagus) and gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying) . Metoclopramide is in a class of medications called prokinetic agents. It works by speeding the movement of food through the stomach and intestines.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Metoclopramide
How do you pronounce metoclopramide?
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Metoclopramide is pronounced met-oh-KLOH-pra-myd, with the stress on the third syllable (KLOH). Say it like you're saying "met" (like the past tense of meet), then "oh," then a strong "KLOH," then "pra," and finish with "myd" (rhymes with "ride").
How many syllables does metoclopramide have?
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Metoclopramide has five syllables: met-o-KLOH-pra-myd. Breaking it into chunks can help you remember how to say it correctly.
Which syllable gets the stress in metoclopramide?
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The third syllable, KLOH, gets the stress—it's the loudest and longest part when you say the word. A common mistake is stressing the first syllable (MET) or the second syllable (OH), but the emphasis belongs on that KLOH sound in the middle.
What are common mispronunciations of metoclopramide?
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People often mispronounce it as "met-oh-KLOP-ra-myde" (stressing the wrong syllable) or "meto-KLOR-pramide" (mixing up the vowel sounds). Remember: it's met-oh-KLOH-pra-myd, with the stress firmly on KLOH.
Is there a shorter way to say or write metoclopramide?
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Yes, metoclopramide is sometimes abbreviated as MCP in medical settings. You would say the letters M-C-P individually, or you might hear it called by its brand name instead, which is pronounced differently.
Can you use metoclopramide in a sentence?
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Here's an example: "The doctor prescribed metoclopramide, which is pronounced met-oh-KLOH-pra-myd, to help the patient manage their digestive discomfort." This shows the word used in a medical context.
Why is the pronunciation of metoclopramide tricky?
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Metoclopramide is tricky because it has five syllables with vowels that can be hard to hear clearly, and the stress naturally wants to fall on the first syllable for English speakers—but it actually falls on the third. Practicing the stressed syllable (KLOH) will help you say it correctly.