How to Pronounce Nocebo

To pronounce "nocebo", say NOC-eb-o — 3 syllables, IPA /nəʊˈsiː.bəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/nəʊˈsiː.bəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nocebo”

"nocebo" has 3 syllables: noc-eb-o.

What does nocebo mean?

noun

  1. A substance which a patient experiences as harmful due to a previous negative perception, but which is in fact pharmacologically (medicinally) inactive.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nocebo"?▾

"Nocebo" has 3 syllables: noc · eb · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "nocebo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nocebo" is /nəʊˈsiː.bəʊ/.

What does "nocebo" mean?▾

Nocebo: A substance which a patient experiences as harmful due to a previous negative perception, but which is in fact pharmacologically (medicinally) inactive.

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