How to Pronounce "doxycycline"
word
ˌdɑksiˈsaɪkəlɪn
dok-see-SY-kuh-lin
ˌdɒksɪˈsaɪkliːn
dok-si-SY-kleen
Definition
Doxycycline is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, acne, and Lyme disease. It works by stopping bacteria from growing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɑksiˈsaɪkəlɪn
British English
ˌdɒksɪˈsaɪkliːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dok-see-SY-kuh-lin
UK
dok-si-SY-kleen
Listen in Context
The doctor gave me doxycycline for my infection.
You should take doxycycline with a full glass of water.
Doxycycline is used to treat acne and other skin problems.
My friend had to take doxycycline while traveling to avoid getting sick.