How to Pronounce Prodrug

To pronounce "prodrug", say PRODR-ug — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PRODR-ug

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💡 Tip for remembering “prodrug”

"prodrug" has 2 syllables: prodr-ug.

What does prodrug mean?

noun

  1. A drug that is administered in an inactive form that is metabolised in the body into a biologically active compound

adjective

  1. In favour of recreational drugs.

Related words

nontoxicantedrugpropacetamoldrugpharmacoperoneantimetabolitedepotentiationbiophase

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How many syllables are in "prodrug"?▾

"Prodrug" has 2 syllables: prodr · ug.

What does "prodrug" mean?▾

Prodrug: A drug that is administered in an inactive form that is metabolised in the body into a biologically active compound

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