How to Pronounce Itraconazole
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Itraconazole Pronunciation
ih-tra-KON-a-zole
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
ih
tra
KON
stress here
a
zole
5 syllables
What is Itraconazole?
Itraconazole is used to treat fungal infections. Itraconazole is in a class of antifungals called triazoles. It works by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Itraconazole
How do you pronounce itraconazole?
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Itraconazole is pronounced ih-tra-KON-a-zole. The stress falls on the third syllable, "KON," which you say a bit louder and longer than the others. Think of it like saying "ih-tra" quickly, then emphasizing "KON," and finishing with "a-zole."
How many syllables does itraconazole have?
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Itraconazole has five syllables: ih-tra-KON-a-zole. Breaking it into chunks like this makes it much easier to say out loud without stumbling.
Which syllable gets the stress in itraconazole?
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The third syllable, "KON," gets the stress in itraconazole. A common mistake is stressing the first syllable ("ih") or the last one ("zole"), but the correct emphasis is definitely on "KON."
What's a common mispronunciation of itraconazole?
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Many people say it-RA-conazole (stressing the second syllable) or itraconaNOLE (stressing the last syllable), but both are incorrect. The right way is ih-tra-KON-a-zole, with the stress on the third syllable.
Can you use itraconazole in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: "The pharmacist had to repeat the pronunciation of itraconazole three times before the patient felt confident saying it at the pharmacy."
Is there a short form or abbreviation for itraconazole?
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Itraconazole is sometimes abbreviated as ITCZ in medical writing, pronounced letter-by-letter: I-T-C-Z. However, the full name itraconazole is much more commonly used in everyday conversation.
How should I break down the phonetic respelling ih-tra-KON-a-zole?
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Start with "ih" (sounds like the 'i' in "sit"), then say "tra" (like "tray"), then emphasize "KON" (rhymes with "on"), add "a" (like the 'a' in "about"), and finish with "zole" (rhymes with "pole"). Put it all together and you have ih-tra-KON-a-zole.
Why is stress important when saying itraconazole?
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When you stress the correct syllable (KON), you make the word much easier to understand when you're speaking with healthcare providers or pharmacists. Stressing the wrong syllable can make the word sound unfamiliar and might cause confusion.