How to Pronounce Tachyphylaxis

To pronounce "tachyphylaxis", say TACHYPHYL-ax-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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TACHYPHYL-ax-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “tachyphylaxis”

"tachyphylaxis" has 3 syllables: tachyphyl-ax-is.

What does tachyphylaxis mean?

noun

  1. A rapidly decreasing response to a drug following administration of the initial doses.

Related words

counteradaptationpharmacoresponsechronotoleranceantiperiodicpharmacoprophylaxistimecourseattenuationredose

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How many syllables are in "tachyphylaxis"?▾

"Tachyphylaxis" has 3 syllables: tachyphyl · ax · is.

What does "tachyphylaxis" mean?▾

Tachyphylaxis: A rapidly decreasing response to a drug following administration of the initial doses.

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