How to Pronounce Ibuprofen

To pronounce "ibuprofen", say IB-upr-of-en — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈaɪ.bɹʊˌfən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈaɪ.bɹʊˌfən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ibuprofen”

"ibuprofen" has 4 syllables: ib-upr-of-en. It rhymes with beaufin and myotrophin, if that helps it stick.

What does ibuprofen mean?

noun

  1. An NSAID, isobutylphenyl propionic acid.

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Words that rhyme with ibuprofen

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beaufinmyotrophinrofin

Related words

advilmotrinnuprinlobuprofenpelubiprofenbermoprofenisoprofenbutibufen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ibuprofen"?▾

"Ibuprofen" has 4 syllables: ib · upr · of · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "ibuprofen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ibuprofen" is /ˈaɪ.bɹʊˌfən/.

What does "ibuprofen" mean?▾

Ibuprofen: An NSAID, isobutylphenyl propionic acid.

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