Five syllables may look scary, but once you learn the rhythm “acetaminophen” rolls off the tongue.

Step‑by‑Step Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic spelling: /əˌsiːtəˈmɪnəfən/ → uh‑SEE‑tuh‑MIN‑uh‑fen
Breaking it down
• uh – quick, unstressed schwa
• SEE – long “ee” sound
• tuh – soft connector
• MIN – stressed syllable, like “min” in “minimum”
• uh‑fen – ends with a light “uh‑fen”
Say it smoothly in five beats with the stress on the fourth syllable: uh‑SEE‑tuh‑MIN‑uh‑fen.

Common Mispronunciations

• “ah‑set‑uh‑MYE‑nuh‑fen” – shifting the stress
• “ASS‑ee‑ta‑MIN‑o‑fen” – adding an extra “o” sound
• Dropping syllables: “uh‑SEET‑min‑fen”

Practice Sentences

• “Take acetaminophen every six hours for pain.”
• “The label warns not to exceed the daily acetaminophen limit.”
• “Acetaminophen is preferred for reducing fever in children.”

Acetaminophen in Medicine and Everyday Use

In the U S. and Canada, “acetaminophen” is the label name, while “paracetamol” is used elsewhere. Knowing how to pronounce uh‑SEE‑tuh‑MIN‑uh‑fen helps when discussing dosages or reading research.

Acetaminophen, known internationally as paracetamol, is an over‑the‑counter analgesic and antipyretic used to relieve pain and reduce fever. It is the active ingredient in brands such as Tylenol® and Panadol®.