Pronunciation of 'Antiretroviral'
The word 'antiretroviral' refers to medications used to treat retrovirus infections, particularly HIV. It is pronounced as /ˌæn.tiˌrɛt.roʊˈvaɪ.rəl/ in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word originates from 'anti-' meaning 'against,' 'retro-' referring to retroviruses, and 'viral' pertaining to viruses.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Medications used to treat retrovirus infections, especially HIV.
Pronounced as 'AN-tee-ret-roh-VAI-ruhl,' with stress on the third syllable. 'An' as in 'ant,' 'ti' as in 'tee,' 'ret' as in 'retro,' 'roh' as in 'row,' 'vai' as in 'violin,' and 'ruhl' as in 'rural.'